Child Minder - Flexible Hours

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Flexible hours

Diverse families

Varied childcare experience

Mpumalanga impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a flexible and reliable Child Minder to provide occasional childcare services for families in the Nelspruit area. This role offers flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and occasional full days, focused on safety and engagement in clients' homes.

The ideal candidate will be adaptable, trustworthy, and genuinely enjoy working with children, helping families across Mpumalanga with reliable, in-home childcare support.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in childcare or babysitting is essential.
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to different family environments and children's needs.
• CPR and First Aid certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and safe childcare in clients' homes.
• Engage children in age-appropriate play, activities, and routines.
• Prepare light snacks or meals for children as requested by parents.
• Ensure children's comfort, safety, and well-being throughout the care period.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's needs and activities.

Skills

Childcare experience

Reliable

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a flexible and reliable Child Minder to provide occasional childcare services for families in the Nelspruit area. This role is ideal for individuals seeking to supplement their income with flexible hours, ranging from evenings and weekends to occasional full days. You will be responsible for the direct care of children in their own homes, ensuring their safety, comfort, and engagement. The successful candidate will be adaptable, trustworthy, and possess a genuine affinity for children, contributing to a positive childcare experience for families across Mpumalanga .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and safe childcare in clients' homes.
• Engage children in age-appropriate play, activities, and routines.
• Prepare light snacks or meals for children as requested by parents.
• Ensure children's comfort, safety, and well-being throughout the care period.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's needs and activities.

Requirements

• Previous experience in childcare or babysitting is essential.
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to different family environments and children's needs.
• CPR and First Aid certification is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate for services rendered.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate your availability.
• Opportunity to work with diverse families in the Nelspruit region.
• Gain varied childcare experience.
• Contribute to providing essential childcare support in Mpumalanga .