Discovery Insurance Learnership Application 2026

The Discovery Insurance Learnership is now open for applications for 2026. This opportunity is offered by Discovery Insure and leads to a nationally recognised FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification, combining structured theoretical learning with practical workplace experience in the financial services industry.

This learnership is ideal for young South Africans who are passionate about customer service, innovation, and building a career in insurance and financial services.

Discovery Insure forms part of the Discovery Group and is well known for its innovative approach to insurance through programmes such as Vitalitydrive, which rewards safe driving behaviour. Discovery Insure offers a dynamic, high-performance work environment focused on client service excellence and people development.

About the Discovery Insurance Learnership

The Discovery Insurance Learnership provides learners with hands-on exposure to the insurance environment while completing a formal qualification. Learners will gain experience primarily within Discovery Health and long-term insurance-related operations.

This programme is designed to equip participants with essential industry knowledge, workplace skills, and professional behaviours required for future employment in the financial services sector.

Areas of Responsibility

Learners appointed to the Discovery Insurance Learnership may be exposed to the following areas:

• Long Term Insurance within Discovery Health

• Call centre operations

• Medical aid client servicing

• Claims administration

• New business processing

• Health benefits administration

These responsibilities will be performed under supervision as part of structured workplace learning.

Personal Attributes and Skills Required

To succeed in the Discovery Insurance Learnership, candidates should demonstrate:

• Innovative and critical thinking skills

• Strong problem-solving ability

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work systematically and methodically

• Good time management and planning skills

• Ability to prioritise tasks in a high-pressure environment

• Willingness to work independently and in a team

• Service-driven attitude with a sense of urgency

• Adaptability and openness to feedback

Education Requirements

Applicants for the Discovery Insurance Learnership must meet the following academic requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric) is essential

• Mathematics: Minimum Level 4 (50%)

• English: Minimum Level 4 (50%)

• Mathematical Literacy: Minimum Level 5 (60%)

• Second language: Minimum Level 4 (50%)

• Incomplete tertiary qualification (advantageous)

Specific Learnership Requirements

To be eligible for the Discovery Insurance Learnership, applicants must:

• Be between 18 and 25 years old

• Not be employed or studying post-matric

• Not have completed any previous learnership

• Have good written and verbal English communication skills

• Possess basic computer skills, particularly MS Excel and MS Outlook

Useful links

• Careers
• DPSA Circular Vacancies
• Entry Level
• Forms
• Grade 12
• Internships
• Learnership

Employment Equity

Discovery is an equal opportunity employer. The company’s Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered during the recruitment process. People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Discovery Insurance Learnership Overview

How to Apply for the Discovery Insurance Learnership

Applications must be submitted online via the official Discovery careers portal.

Application link:
https://career2.successfactors.eu/careers?company=discoveryhP

Apply today for the Discovery Insurance Learnership and start your career journey with Discovery Insure in 2026.