Childminder and Educator

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Supportive community

Direct impact on child development

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks a warm, responsible Childminder and Educator to provide safe, nurturing daily care and early learning experiences for children. You will create a home-away-from-home environment where children can thrive and grow.

Plan engaging activities, monitor development, and maintain a clean, kid-friendly space while communicating observations to parents and building strong relationships with families to support each child's growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare, childminding, or early childhood education is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with families.
• Ability to create a stimulating and educational environment that supports early learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and nurturing daily care for children, including feeding, hygiene, and ensuring safety at all times.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate educational activities, games, and outings that stimulate learning and development.
• Monitor children's physical, emotional, and cognitive development, documenting progress and communicating observations to parents.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly environment that adheres to safety regulations.
• Foster positive social interactions and emotional development through encouragement and guidance.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication with families

Early childhood education

Education

Childcare qualification

First aid certification

CPR certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a warm, responsible, and energetic Childminder and Educator to provide exceptional care and early learning experiences for children in Richards Bay . This role is pivotal in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating home-away-from-home environment where children can thrive. You will be responsible for the daily care, education, and emotional well-being of the children, implementing activities that foster their developmental milestones. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of child psychology, a passion for early education, and a commitment to building strong relationships with both children and their families, ensuring a secure and enriching experience that supports their growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and nurturing daily care for children, including feeding, hygiene, and ensuring safety at all times.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate educational activities, games, and outings that stimulate learning and development.
• Monitor children's physical, emotional, and cognitive development, documenting progress and communicating observations to parents.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly environment that adheres to safety regulations.
• Foster positive social interactions and emotional development through encouragement and guidance.

Requirements

• Experience in childcare, childminding, or early childhood education is essential.
• Certification or qualification in childcare, first aid, and CPR is highly desirable.
• A genuine love for children and a patient, caring, and responsible demeanor.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with families.
• Ability to create a stimulating and educational environment that supports early learning.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary reflecting experience and qualifications.
• A stable and supportive working environment within the Richards Bay community.
• Opportunities for flexible scheduling to accommodate family needs.
• Direct impact on the growth and development of young children.
• A chance to provide a vital service to families in the area.