Early Years Practitioner and Support Role

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model offering flexibility

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive family setting

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an adaptable Early Years Practitioner and Support Role in Pretoria. The role blends hands-on childcare with admin tasks to help manage family routines, children's development, and education-related coordination.

You will engage children with stimulating activities, oversee well-being, and coordinate schedules, appointments, and communications for the children and family logistics.

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education or as a childminder/nanny.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Proficiency in using technology for scheduling and communication.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care and supervision for children.
• Develop and lead engaging educational and play-based activities.
• Assist with children's routine, including meals, naps, and hygiene.
• Manage children's schedules, appointments, and extracurricular activities.
• Handle communication with schools or educational providers, and coordinate remote learning resources.
• Perform light household duties related to the children's well-being and organization.

Skills

Early childhood education

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Multitasking

Tools

Scheduling software

Digital communication tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a versatile Early Years Practitioner and Support Role professional to join a dynamic family in Pretoria . This position involves direct childcare responsibilities coupled with administrative and organizational support for the household, blending in-person care with remote tasks. You will engage children in stimulating activities, ensure their well-being, and contribute to their educational journey. Additionally, you will assist with managing schedules, coordinating appointments, and handling communication related to the children's needs and family logistics. This role requires a proactive individual who can seamlessly transition between hands-on care and supportive administrative duties, ensuring the smooth running of the household and the children's development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care and supervision for children, fostering a safe and nurturing environment.
• Develop and lead engaging educational and play-based activities.
• Assist with children's routine, including meals, naps, and hygiene.
• Manage children's schedules, appointments, and extracurricular activities.
• Handle communication with schools or educational providers, and coordinate remote learning resources.
• Perform light household duties related to the children's well-being and organization.

Requirements

• Experience in early childhood education or as a childminder/nanny.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills .
• Proficiency in using technology for scheduling and communication.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record are preferred.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive family setting.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Contribute to the healthy development of children.