Childminding Coordinator

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Team support and collaboration

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Childminding Coordinator to manage its network of childminders in Kimberley. This hybrid role combines office and remote duties, with responsibilities including recruiting, vetting, and training childminders while ensuring compliance and high-quality care for families.

The ideal candidate has a background in childcare or administration, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to promoting quality home-based childcare.

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare, administration, or related role.
• Knowledge of childcare regulations and safety standards.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to recruit, train and support staff.
• Proficiency with office software and database management.
• Commitment to promoting quality home-based childcare.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, and onboard new childminders, ensuring all compliance requirements are met.
• Conduct regular training sessions for childminders on best practices, safety, and curriculum.
• Monitor the quality of care provided by childminders through feedback and occasional site visits.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for childminders, providing ongoing support and guidance.
• Facilitate communication between families and childminders, assisting with placements and issue resolution.
• Maintain accurate records of childminders, families, and compliance documentation.

Skills

Childcare experience

Recruitment & onboarding

Training & mentoring

Communication skills

Tools

Office software

Database management

Job description

Our client is seeking a proactive and organized Childminding Coordinator to manage and support their network of childminders in the Kimberley region. This hybrid role involves recruiting, vetting, and training childminders, ensuring they meet high standards of care and safety. You will also act as a liaison between childminders, families, and the organization, addressing queries and resolving issues. The ideal candidate has a background in childcare or administration, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to promoting quality home-based childcare solutions, contributing to a robust network that supports local families and provides valuable employment opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, and onboard new childminders, ensuring all compliance requirements are met.
• Conduct regular training sessions for childminders on best practices, safety, and curriculum.
• Monitor the quality of care provided by childminders through feedback and occasional site visits.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for childminders, providing ongoing support and guidance.
• Facilitate communication between families and childminders, assisting with placements and issue resolution.
• Maintain accurate records of childminders, families, and compliance documentation.

Requirements

• Proven experience in childcare, childminding, or a related administrative role.
• Strong understanding of childcare regulations, safety standards, and child development.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to recruit, train, and support staff effectively.
• Proficiency in office software and database management.
• A commitment to promoting high-quality home-based childcare.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Flexible work arrangements, combining office and remote duties.
• Opportunities for professional development in management and childcare.
• Be part of a supportive team dedicated to quality childcare.
• Contribute to community well-being by supporting families.