Dedicated Childcarer & Early Learning Coordinator

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive family environment

Bonuses possible

Full-time role

Stable employment in Queenstown

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a family in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, SA, to hire a Dedicated Childcarer and Early Learning Coordinator for a full-time role. You will provide exceptional daily care and educational guidance in a safe, nurturing home environment, coordinating activities and routines.

The ideal candidate has childcare experience, solid understanding of child development, strong communication, patience, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Prior childcare experience with references.
• Good understanding of child development principles.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging learning activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, reliability, and nurturing attitude.
• First Aid and CPR certification is advantageous.
• Must have a clean criminal record.
• Must have the right to work in South Africa.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Must be punctual and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Knowledge of the Queenstown area is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and reliable childcare services.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate learning activities and games.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for the children.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks.
• Manage daily routines including feeding, hygiene, and nap times.
• Foster children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Engage children in reading, creative play, and other enriching activities.
• Communicate regularly with parents about the child's day and progress.
• Supervise playtime and ensure children's safety.
• Handle light household tasks directly related to the children's care.

Skills

Childcare experience

Child development understanding

Plan learning activities

Communication skills

Patience & reliability

Time management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a Dedicated Childcarer and Early Learning Coordinator to provide exceptional care and educational guidance for their children in **Queenstown, Eastern Cape**. This full-time position requires a proactive and nurturing individual passionate about fostering a child's development in a safe and stimulating environment. You will be responsible for daily care, organizing educational activities, and ensuring the overall well-being of the children. Based in **Queenstown**, this role offers a stable opportunity for a skilled professional to make a significant impact. We are seeking someone with excellent organizational skills, a patient demeanor, and a genuine love for working with children. Your role will be crucial in supporting the children's growth, learning, and daily routines, becoming an integral part of the family's support system.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and reliable childcare services.


• Plan and implement age-appropriate learning activities and games.


• Ensure a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for the children.


• Prepare healthy meals and snacks.


• Manage daily routines including feeding, hygiene, and nap times.


• Foster children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.


• Engage children in reading, creative play, and other enriching activities.


• Communicate regularly with parents about the child's day and progress.


• Supervise playtime and ensure children's safety.


• Handle light household tasks directly related to the children's care.

Requirements

• Previous experience in childcare or as a childminder, with references.


• Good understanding of child development principles.


• Ability to plan and deliver engaging learning activities.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Patience, reliability, and a nurturing attitude.


• First Aid and CPR certification is advantageous.


• Must have a clean criminal record.


• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.


• Must be punctual and maintain a professional demeanor.


• Knowledge of the **Queenstown, Eastern Cape** area is beneficial.


• Must have the right to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.


• A supportive family environment.


• Opportunity to positively influence children's early development.


• Stable, full-time employment in **Queenstown**.


• A rewarding role focused on care and learning.


• Potential for bonuses based on performance.


• Building a strong, trusting relationship with the family.