Childminder & Educational Support (Full-Time)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Long-term employment

Paid holidays and sick leave

Partially subsidized professional dev.

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a family in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, in finding a dedicated childminder to care for two young children (ages 3 and 5). The role is live-out and full-time, focusing on safety, learning, and nurturing development in a family home.

You will plan educational activities, prepare healthy meals, and maintain a tidy, child-friendly environment while supporting daily routines. A genuine love for children and reliable transportation are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a childminder, nanny, or early childhood educator.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• Strong knowledge of child development principles for preschoolers.
• Ability to create engaging educational activities.
• Excellent communication, patience, and interpersonal skills.
• Responsible, reliable, and punctual.
• Clean criminal record check.
• Own reliable transportation.
• Experience with potty training and preschool routines is a plus.
• Genuine love for children and a nurturing disposition.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and loving care for two children aged 3 and 5 years.
• Plan and implement engaging age-appropriate educational activities, games, and outings.
• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for the children.
• Ensure the children's safety and well-being at all times.
• Assist children with learning activities, homework, and creative play.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for the children.
• Manage children's daily routines, including nap times and mealtimes.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding the children's activities, progress, and any concerns.
• Transport children to and from school or extracurricular activities as needed.
• Instill positive behavioral guidelines and encourage good manners.

Skills

Childcare

First Aid

CPR

ECE principles

Communication

Reliable

Potty training

Transportation

Background check

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a discerning family residing in the beautiful coastal town of **Mossel Bay, Western Cape**, is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Childminder to provide exceptional care and educational support for their two young children (ages 3 and 5). This is a live-out, full-time position requiring someone with a genuine passion for early childhood development and a proactive approach to learning. The ideal candidate will not only ensure the safety and well-being of the children but also actively engage them in age-appropriate educational activities, fostering their curiosity and love for learning. Responsibilities include preparing healthy meals, facilitating playtime, assisting with basic learning tasks, and maintaining a tidy and child-friendly environment. The family values a childminder who is responsible, energetic, and can create a stimulating and nurturing atmosphere. This role is based in **Mossel Bay** and requires a commitment to long‑term employment within a loving family setting. Experience with early learning principles is highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and loving care for two children aged 3 and 5 years.
• Plan and implement engaging age-appropriate educational activities, games, and outings.
• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for the children.
• Ensure the children's safety and well-being at all times.
• Assist children with learning activities, homework, and creative play.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for the children.
• Manage children's daily routines, including nap times and mealtimes.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding the children's activities, progress, and any concerns.
• Transport children to and from school or extracurricular activities as needed.
• Instill positive behavioral guidelines and encourage good manners.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a childminder, nanny, or early childhood educator.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• Strong knowledge of child development principles for preschool-aged children.
• Ability to create and implement engaging educational activities.
• Excellent communication, patience, and interpersonal skills.
• Responsible, reliable, and punctual.
• Clean criminal record check.
• Own reliable transportation.
• Experience with potty training and preschool routines is a plus.
• A genuine love for children and a nurturing disposition.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Stable, long‑term employment opportunity within a supportive family.
• Pleasant working environment in a family home in **Mossel Bay**.
• Regular performance reviews and potential for salary increases.
• Opportunity to contribute significantly to children's early development.
• Potential for paid holidays and sick leave in discussion with the family.
• Partially subsidized professional development courses.