Early Years Educator & Play Facilitator — Hybrid & PD

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 100,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Contributory pension

Flexible hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Nurturing Educator & Play Facilitator for a Johannesburg childcare provider. You will balance structured lessons with play, fostering safe, engaging environments where young children thrive and develop essential life skills.

The role emphasizes collaboration with parents and colleagues, strong understanding of child development, and a commitment to reflective practice. Hybrid working options and ongoing professional development support your growth in early

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 4 ECE qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with infants to pre-school in a formal childcare setting.
• Solid understanding of child development theories.
• Excellent communication and observational skills.
• Ability to plan and execute creative activities.
• Patience, empathy and a love for children.
• First Aid certification is an advantage.
• Experience with hybrid engagement with parents.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Create a safe, stimulating learning environment.
• Supervise children indoors and outdoors.
• Observe and document developmental progress; communicate with parents.
• Collaborate with parents and colleagues to maintain high care standards.
• Manage routines including meals, naps and hygiene.
• Plan play-based learning to support development.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Creativity in education

Patience and empathy

Education

Level 4 ECE qualification or equivalent

Tools

Record-keeping

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Nurturing Educator & Play Facilitator for a Johannesburg childcare provider. You will balance structured lessons with play, fostering safe, engaging environments where young children thrive and develop essential life skills.

The role emphasizes collaboration with parents and colleagues, strong understanding of child development, and a commitment to reflective practice. Hybrid working options and ongoing professional development support your growth in early