Nursery Nanny

IdeaCrate; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

IdeaCrate is seeking an enthusiastic childcare assistant to support teachers and contribute to the wellbeing and development of young children. You will help prepare activities, maintain a clean, safe learning space, and assist with daily routines including diaper changes and dressings.

Key responsibilities include setting up classrooms, coordinating with the teaching team, and ensuring hygiene standards. Qualifications include CACHE Level 1 or 2 and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and early learning principles.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Health, safety and hygiene practices in childcare.
• Experience with arts and crafts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in classroom setup and maintain an inviting learning space.
• Support teachers with daily activities and lesson plans.
• Prepare arts and crafts materials and supervise activities.
• Sanitize toys and play areas, ensuring clean nurseries.
• Communicate with teachers and parents about children’s well-being.
• Assist with diaper changes, dressing and safety during routines.

Education

CACHE Level 1

CACHE Level 2

Job description

Provide essential support in a childcare setting, assisting teachers and contributing to the overall well-being and development of young children.

Must hold a childcare qualification such as CACHE Level 1 or CACHE Level 2.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Assistance

• Contribute to the arrangement and organization of classroom furniture, creating an inviting and functional space for learning and play.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to set up and modify the classroom layout based on daily activities and lesson plans.
• Assist in the preparation of arts and crafts materials, ensuring that all necessary supplies are readily available.
• Regularly sanitize and clean toys and play areas to maintain a healthy and safe environment for the children.
• Work closely with the teaching team to identify and address any maintenance or cleanliness issues in the nursery space promptly.
• Actively participate in the overall well-being of the nursery, engaging in team meetings, training sessions, and contributing ideas to enhance the quality of childcare services.
• Maintain open communication with the teaching team and parents to address any concerns or updates related to the children's well-being.

Be ready to lend a hand with additional tasks when colleagues in OS are unavailable, ensuring a seamless workflow and strong team support.

Childcare Responsibilities

• Ensure that all children are kept clean and comfortable throughout the day.
• Monitor and manage diaper-changing supplies to maintain a well-stocked and organized changing area.
• Assist in changing children's clothes as needed, ensuring they are appropriately dressed for various activities and weather conditions.
• Prioritize and uphold safety standards when handling infants and toddlers.

Implement and maintain safety protocols during diaper changes to ensure a secure environment for the children.

Acceptable proficiency/threshold education, qualifications, training, and experience are necessary to enable the role holder to perform the role fully and effectively. Educational qualifications (Minimum educational background required to execute the role). Practical experience in a childcare setting, as a nanny, babysitter.

Knowledge

• Child development
• Early childhood education
• Health and safety
• Hygiene and personal care
• Classroom management
• Arts and crafts
• Communication skills