RBS ACADEMY Insurance LEARNERSHIP 2027

The RBS Academy Learnership (2026/2027 cycle) offered by Risk Benefit Solutions (RBS Insurance Brokers) is a structured skills development programme aimed at training individuals in the short-term insurance sector.

Key Programme Overview

• Target Audience: Exclusively open to persons with disabilities (as defined under the Employment Equity Act).

• Qualification Awarded: Recognised NQF Level 5 in Short-Term Insurance.

• Workplace Focus: Practical hands-on experience in Underwriting and Claims.

• Locations: Cape Town, Gqeberha, and Johannesburg.

• Stipend & Allowances: Total monthly package of R6,000

  • R5,000 basic stipend

  • R750 travel allowance

  • R250 data allowance

Key Requirements

• Eligibility: Person with a disability

• Age: 18 – 35 years old

• Employment Status: Currently unemployed

• Matric Standard: Passed Matric with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy (40%) and English (Home Language or FAL 40%)

• Prior Learnerships: Must not have participated in an INSETA learnership in the past 18 months

Application Details

Applications for the 2026/2027 intake generally open around mid-year and are submitted directly through the RBS Breezy HR Portal (CLICK HERE TO APPLY) or the official RBS Careers page.

Here is a targeted CV checklist designed to make your application stand out for short-term and long-term insurance learnerships (including programs like RBS, INSETA, and banking sector learnerships).

Core Sections & Essential Content

1. Contact Information & Header

• [ ] Full Name & Contact Details: Phone number, professional email address (e.g., firstname.lastname@gmail.com), and physical location/city.

• [ ] Employment Equity / Disability Status (If Applicable): If applying for targeted learnerships (e.g., RBS Academy), clearly state your EE status or disability status right near your header so recruiters instantly spot your eligibility.

2. Professional Summary

• [ ] 3-4 Line Pitch: A concise introduction highlighting your career ambition in financial services, key personal traits (e.g., detail-oriented, analytical), and readiness to complete an NQF qualification.

  Example: “Motivated Matric graduate with strong mathematical literacy and customer service aptitude. Seeking an NQF Level 5 Insurance Learnership to build technical skills in underwriting and claims administration.”

3. Education & Academic Results

• [ ] Matric / Grade 12 Certificate: State your school name, completion year, and specific pass grades for key subjects:

  • [ ] English: (Highlight Home Language or FAL pass rate).

  • [ ] Mathematics / Math Literacy: (Insurance learnerships strictly verify math marks—ensure this is visible).

• [ ] Post-Matric Qualifications (If any): List certificates, short courses, or computer literacy qualifications.

4. Relevant Skills (Hard & Soft)

• [ ] Numerical & Analytical Skills: Data verification, basic calculations, record-keeping.

• [ ] Computer Literacy: MS Office (Word, Excel basics), email etiquette, data entry speed.

• [ ] Communication & Customer Service: Verbal and written clarity, active listening, conflict resolution.

• [ ] Attention to Detail: Critical for insurance claims processing and policy underwriting.

5. Work & Volunteer Experience

• [ ] Chronological Order: List any part-time work, casual retail, administrative roles, or volunteer activities.

• [ ] Action-Oriented Bullet Points: Focus on responsibilities involving accuracy, computer work, or handling people.

  • Instead of: “Helped customers at till.”

  • Use: “Handled cash transactions accurately and assisted customers with product queries under fast-paced conditions.”

6. Supporting Documents Checklist (Keep Scanned & Ready)

• [ ] Certified Copy of ID: (Certified within the last 3–6 months).

• [ ] Certified Copy of Matric Certificate / Statement of Results.

• [ ] Proof of Disability / Medical Confirmation: (Signed by a registered medical practitioner, if applying for disability-specific learnerships).

• [ ] Updated References: Include names, titles, and contact numbers for 2 references (school principal, teacher, previous supervisor, or community leader).

Formatting Best Practices

1. Length: Keep it strictly to 1 to 2 pages.

2. File Format: Save and submit as a clean PDF named clearly (e.g., CV_YourName_InsuranceLearnership.pdf).

3. Proofreading: Double-check all dates, phone numbers, and math marks for zero errors—accuracy is key in insurance.