Early Years Practitioner - Pretoria

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development budget

Pension and medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join a Pretoria-based educational institution. You will support foundational learning for children aged 0–5, delivering play-based activities in-center and coordinating with families online.

You will collaborate with colleagues to implement EYFS-aligned approaches, observe progress, and communicate development to parents through virtual sessions.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Experience with nursery or preschool setting.
• Solid understanding of EYFS framework.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient with digital platforms for communication and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver play-based learning for ages 0–5.
• Observe progress and document learning milestones.
• Create inclusive, stimulating classroom environment.
• Communicate with parents about development.
• Collaborate to develop the early years curriculum.
• Organize parent-teacher meetings and virtual sessions.

Skills

Early childhood education knowledge

Child observation & assessment

Communication with parents

Team collaboration

Digital platforms usage

Education

Early Childhood Education qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join their esteemed educational institution in Pretoria . This role supports the foundational learning and development of young children, combining in-center teaching with occasional remote parent consultations. You will play a vital role in creating an inspiring and secure learning environment, implementing innovative pedagogical approaches. This position is ideal for an educator who is passionate about early childhood education and seeks a role that offers both direct interaction with children and the flexibility to engage with families digitally, fostering a collaborative approach to learning and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences for children aged 0-5.
• Observe and assess children's progress, documenting their learning journeys and developmental milestones.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding their child's development and participation.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and enhance the early years curriculum.
• Organize and lead parent-teacher meetings and virtual information sessions.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Proven experience working with young children in a nursery or preschool setting.
• Deep understanding of early childhood development principles and the EYFS framework.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to use digital platforms for communication and record-keeping.
• A proactive approach to professional development and team collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Hybrid work arrangement for enhanced work-life balance.
• Generous professional development budget and training opportunities.
• Access to modern educational resources and facilities.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Pension fund and medical aid contributions.