Early Childhood Care Provider

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a nurturing Early Childhood Care Provider in Benoni, Gauteng. The role blends in-center care with remote engagement to support families, delivering age-appropriate activities and monitoring child well-being.

You will communicate with families, implement learning experiences, and contribute to a safe, stimulating environment while fostering development across cognitive, social, and physical domains.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Development (or related field).
• Experience in providing childcare and early education services.
• Understanding of child development theories and best practices.
• Strong communication skills with children, parents and colleagues.
• Proficiency in using technology for communication and remote learning support.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision for children, ensuring their safety, health, and well-being.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate learning activities that promote cognitive, social, and physical development.
• Conduct assessments of children's developmental progress and maintain detailed records.
• Engage with parents/guardians through regular communication, including scheduled virtual check-ins and progress reports.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating learning environment, both in-center and supporting at-home engagement.

Education

Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Development or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a nurturing and dedicated Early Childhood Care Provider to join their team in Benoni . This role involves providing high-quality care and educational experiences for young children, fostering their development in a safe and stimulating environment. The position utilizes a hybrid approach, combining in-center care with remote engagement strategies for parents and children. You will be responsible for implementing age-appropriate activities, monitoring children's well-being, and maintaining open communication with families. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to early learning in Gauteng and develop innovative care practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision for children, ensuring their safety, health, and well-being.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate learning activities that promote cognitive, social, and physical development.
• Conduct assessments of children's developmental progress and maintain detailed records.
• Engage with parents/guardians through regular communication, including scheduled virtual check-ins and progress reports.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating learning environment, both in-center and supporting at-home engagement.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Development or a related field.
• Experience in providing childcare and early education services.
• Understanding of child development theories and best practices.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Proficiency in using technology for communication and potentially for remote learning support.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of on-site and remote flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• The chance to positively influence the early development of children.