Childminder - Flexible Hours Care

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybride; ZAR 55 000 - 83 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

Warm, welcoming family environment

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a reliable and caring Childminder for part-time, home-based care. You will supervise children, lead age-appropriate activities, prepare light meals, and support basic daily needs while ensuring safety and engagement.

Ideal candidates have childcare experience, strong communication, patience, and a willingness to undergo a background check. A First Aid certificate is preferred; references are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or as a childminder.
• Good understanding of child safety and development.
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible.
• Patient and caring with a positive attitude.
• Ability to engage children in stimulating activities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• First Aid certification is preferred.
• Must provide good references.
• Must be willing to undergo a background check.
• Must live in or near Vereeniging.

Responsabilités

• Supervise children in a safe and comfortable home environment.
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities, games, and play.
• Prepare light meals and snacks for the children.
• Assist with basic needs such as feeding and dressing.
• Ensure the children's safety and well-being at all times.
• Maintain tidiness of play areas and children's belongings.
• Communicate with parents regarding the children's activities and behaviour.
• Handle any minor emergencies with calm and decisiveness.

Connaissances

Patience

Communication

Reliability

Empathy

Formation

First Aid Certification

Description du poste

About the Role

A friendly family in Vereeniging , Gauteng, is seeking a reliable and caring Childminder to provide occasional care for their children. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and can offer a flexible schedule, accommodating the family's needs. The childminder will be responsible for ensuring the children's safety, comfort, and engagement during care periods. This is a great opportunity for an experienced individual looking for part-time work within the Vereeniging area. The primary focus will be on providing a secure and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise children in a safe and comfortable home environment.
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities, games, and play.
• Prepare light meals and snacks for the children.
• Assist with basic needs such as feeding and dressing.
• Ensure the children's safety and well-being at all times.
• Maintain tidiness of play areas and children's belongings.
• Communicate with parents regarding the children's activities and behaviour.
• Handle any minor emergencies with calm and decisiveness.

Requirements

• Previous experience in childcare or as a childminder.
• Good understanding of child safety and development.
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible.
• Patient and caring with a positive attitude.
• Ability to engage children in stimulating activities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• First Aid certification is preferred.
• Must provide good references.
• Must be willing to undergo a background check.
• Must live in or near Vereeniging .

Benefits

This role offers flexible working hours, allowing for a good work-life balance. Competitive pay will be offered, commensurate with experience. The family provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children in a relaxed home setting in Vereeniging . Occasional opportunities for longer engagements may arise based on performance and availability.