Cape Town | Paid Trainee Position
CareChamp is growing, and we’re looking for a bright, hungry and curious young person to join our behind-the-scenes team as a CareChamp Trainee in Recruitment, Client Care & Marketing.
This is an exciting paid trainee opportunity for a recent matriculant, graduate, or young person at the start of their career who is eager to learn, grow and be exposed to different areas of a fast-moving, purpose-driven business.
At CareChamp, we’re building an environment where amazing people can feel appreciated, do their best work, and make a difference. If you consider yourself to be Capable, Honest, Attentive, Mindful and Pioneering, then this could be a wonderful opportunity to start your career with us.
About the Role
This is not a “sit in one corner and do one task” kind of role.
You’ll get practical exposure to different parts of the business, including:
Recruitment support
Helping with candidate communication, screening, interview scheduling, reference checks, recruitment admin, and keeping candidate information organised.
Customer service and communication
Assisting with WhatsApp, email and phone communication with applicants, clients, students or care workers, depending on the needs of the team.
Marketing and events support
Helping with community events, wellness days, recruitment drives, social media content ideas, basic marketing admin, and general brand-building activities.
Office and operations support
Assisting the team with day-to-day coordination, admin tasks, document management, follow-ups, and keeping things running smoothly.
You’ll be working closely with experienced team members and learning how a growing homecare and training business operates from the inside.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is:
Smart, switched on and eager to learn
Confident speaking to people
Professional, friendly and well-presented
Organised and able to follow instructions
Comfortable using WhatsApp, email, Google Workspace or Microsoft Office
Able to write clearly and communicate politely
Curious about business, people, recruitment, marketing and customer service
Positive, reliable and willing to help wherever needed
Hungry to grow and build a meaningful career
Minimum Requirements
Matric required
A diploma, degree or short course qualification would be an advantage
Strong English communication skills
Computer literate
Based in Cape Town
Available to work from the office
No extensive work experience required, but some part-time work, volunteering, leadership, admin, sales, customer service or event experience would be a bonus
This Role Would Suit Someone Who
Has recently finished matric, college or university
Is still figuring out their long-term career path, but wants real work exposure
Enjoys people, communication and problem-solving
Wants to learn about recruitment, customer service, operations and marketing
Is ambitious, proactive and not afraid to ask questions
Wants to be part of a caring, purpose-driven business
What You’ll Gain
Practical workplace experience
Exposure to recruitment, customer service, marketing, events and operations
Mentorship from an experienced team
A chance to build confidence, skills and a professional track record
Experience in a growing healthcare, homecare and training environment
The opportunity to grow into a more permanent role depending on performance and business needs
Personal Attributes
We’re especially interested in someone who shows:
Initiative
Emotional intelligence
Good energy
Attention to detail
A willingness to learn
Resilience
Kindness
Accountability
A “how can I help?” attitude
Employment Type & Stipend
Paid trainee position - Stipend: R6 500 - R8 000 / month depending on experience
Fixed-term period (6 months), with potential to grow into a longer-term role
Office-based
How to Apply
Please apply by submitting the form.
We can’t wait to meet the next young person who is ready to learn, grow and make a difference with us.