Discovery Learnership: Long Term Insurance (PWD) Opportunity at Discovery

Discovery is inviting applications for its Learnership: Long Term Insurance (PWD) programme within the Discovery Health Service Team. This exciting opportunity is designed specifically for people living with disabilities who are looking to gain valuable workplace experience while earning a nationally recognised qualification in the financial services industry.

The programme leads to a Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification. Participants will receive structured theoretical training combined with practical workplace experience, providing a strong foundation for a future career in insurance, customer service, and financial services.

Discovery is widely recognised for its commitment to innovation, employee development, and creating meaningful change in society. This learnership offers an excellent opportunity for young individuals to develop professional skills while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.

About Discovery

Discovery’s purpose is to make people healthier and enhance and protect their lives. The company invests in talented individuals who share its values and commitment to excellence. Employees benefit from a fast paced environment that encourages growth, innovation, and personal development.

This learnership provides participants with practical exposure to the operations of a leading financial services organisation while building industry specific knowledge and professional workplace skills.

Learnership Qualification

Successful candidates will complete:

• FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4

The qualification combines formal learning with workplace experience, allowing learners to gain practical skills while working within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Learners may be exposed to various areas within the Discovery Health Service Team, including:

• Medical aid client servicing
• Claims administration and processing
• New business administration
• Health benefits administration
• Customer service support
• Handling client enquiries and requests
• Updating and maintaining customer records
• Assisting with administrative functions
• Supporting operational teams with daily tasks
• Learning insurance and financial services processes

Requirements And Skills

• Grade 12 / Matric qualification
• Mathematics with a minimum Level 4 (50%) achievement
• English with a minimum Level 4 (50%) achievement
• Mathematical Literacy with a minimum Level 5 (60%) achievement
• Second language with a minimum Level 4 (50%) achievement
• Incomplete tertiary qualification will be advantageous
• Strong communication skills in written and spoken English
• Basic computer literacy including MS Excel and MS Outlook
• Good problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good planning and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Customer service orientation and positive attitude
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a person living with a disability
• Be between 18 and 25 years old
• Not be employed in formal employment
• Not be studying after Matric at the time of application
• Not have completed a previous learnership programme
• Be eager to build a career within the financial services sector

Why Join This Learnership?

• Gain a nationally recognised qualification
• Acquire valuable workplace experience
• Develop financial services and insurance industry skills
• Work within a leading South African organisation
• Receive structured learning and professional development
• Improve future employment opportunities
• Build professional networks and workplace confidence

Discovery is committed to Employment Equity and actively encourages applications from people living with disabilities.

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