Early Childhood Support Worker

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Collaborative team

Hybrid work model

Impact in Benoni

Diverse learning methods

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a compassionate Early Childhood Support Worker to assist educators, help children with daily activities, and contribute to a safe, stimulating learning environment. You will support social and emotional development, respond to individual needs, and maintain a clean, organized classroom.

Effective communication with teachers and parents is essential, with some hybrid communication tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in an educational or caregiving setting.
• Genuine passion for early childhood development and a nurturing disposition.
• Good observational skills and the ability to respond to children's needs.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an educational team.
• Willingness to adapt to a hybrid work model for certain communication or training aspects.

Responsibilities

• Assist educators in implementing daily learning activities and routines.
• Provide direct support to children, attending to their individual needs and interests.
• Help foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
• Support children's social and emotional development through guidance and interaction.
• Maintain a clean and organized learning environment.
• Communicate effectively with educators and parents, potentially via hybrid communication channels.

Skills

Experience with young children

Observational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Hybrid work adaptability

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and proactive Early Childhood Support Worker to join their team in Benoni . This role is designed to provide essential support to young children, assisting educators in creating a stimulating and secure learning environment. You will work closely with children, helping them navigate their daily activities, supporting their social-emotional development, and assisting with basic care needs. This position offers a blend of direct childcare and supportive duties, with opportunities for remote communication and professional development, contributing to a nurturing educational setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist educators in implementing daily learning activities and routines.
• Provide direct support to children, attending to their individual needs and interests.
• Help foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
• Support children's social and emotional development through guidance and interaction.
• Maintain a clean and organized learning environment.
• Communicate effectively with educators and parents, potentially via hybrid communication channels.

Requirements

• Experience working with young children in an educational or caregiving capacity.
• A genuine passion for early childhood development and a nurturing disposition.
• Good observational skills and the ability to respond to children's needs.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an educational team.
• Willingness to adapt to a hybrid work model for certain communication or training aspects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for training and professional development in early childhood education.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Hybrid work model for enhanced flexibility in communication and tasks.
• Make a tangible difference in the lives of young children in Benoni .
• Exposure to diverse early learning methodologies.