Childminder & Early Years Assistant

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Full-time employment

Supportive team environment

Growth opportunities in childcare

Make a difference in young lives

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking a nurturing and reliable Childminder & Early Years Assistant to provide exceptional care and educational support for young children. You will oversee daily well-being, safety, and development in a home-like setting, ensuring children thrive and feel secure.

Responsibilities include supervising children, leading age-appropriate activities, planning educational experiences, maintaining a clean environment, and updating parents on progress.

Qualifications

• Experience as childminder, nanny, or similar childcare role.
• First Aid certification (pediatric).
• Knowledge of child development stages and age-appropriate activities.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
• Engage children in age-appropriate play, learning activities, and daily routines, including meals and naps.
• Assist in planning and preparing stimulating educational activities that promote learning and development.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly environment.
• Communicate daily with parents about their child's activities, moods, and progress.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Listening

Education

First Aid certification (pediatric)

Job description

About the Role

Our client in Centurion, Gauteng is looking for a nurturing and reliable Childminder & Early Years Assistant to provide exceptional care and educational support for young children. You will be responsible for the daily well-being, safety, and developmental activities of the children, creating a home-away-from-home environment. This role requires an individual with a deep understanding of child development and a passion for early learning. Become an integral part of a dedicated team committed to providing a stimulating and secure setting where children can thrive and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
• Engage children in age-appropriate play, learning activities, and daily routines, including meals and naps.
• Assist in the planning and preparation of stimulating educational activities that promote learning and development.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly environment.
• Communicate daily with parents about their child's activities, moods, and progress.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a childminder, nanny, or in a similar childcare role.
• First Aid certification, particularly in pediatric care.
• Knowledge of child development stages and age-appropriate activities.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine affection for children.
• Good communication and listening skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Stable, full-time employment.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for growth within the childcare sector.
• A chance to positively influence young lives.