Childminder and Early Years Practitioner

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a nurturing and experienced Childminder and Early Years Practitioner in Cape Town to provide high-quality daily care and early education. You will create a home-like, stimulating, and secure environment, focusing on each child's development and well-being in partnership with families.

The role emphasizes consistent, loving care, age-appropriate activities, and detailed progress records to support each child’s growth within the vibrant Cape Town community.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a childminder, nanny, or early years practitioner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of child development milestones and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive daily care including feeding, hygiene, and supervision for infants and toddlers.
• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for all children.
• Maintain detailed records of children's progress, milestones, and daily activities.
• Communicate effectively and build positive relationships with parents, discussing children's progress and needs.

Skills

Childcare experience

Excellent communication

Safety practices

Education

First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a nurturing and experienced Childminder and Early Years Practitioner to provide exceptional care and early education for children in Cape Town . This role focuses on creating a home-like, stimulating, and secure environment where children can thrive developmentally. You will be responsible for the daily care, learning, and well-being of the children, working closely with families to ensure continuity of care and development. This position is ideal for someone passionate about early childhood development who can offer a consistent, loving, and educational experience tailored to each child's unique needs within the vibrant community of Cape Town .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive daily care including feeding, hygiene, and supervision for infants and toddlers.
• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for all children.
• Maintain detailed records of children's progress, milestones, and daily activities.
• Communicate effectively and build positive relationships with parents, discussing children's progress and needs.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a childminder, nanny, or early years practitioner.
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• Strong understanding of child development milestones and safety practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, patient, and a genuine passion for working with young children.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• A supportive working relationship with the employing family.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience in early childhood care in Cape Town .
• A stable and long-term position.
• The satisfaction of contributing directly to a child's upbringing and development.