Early Years Practitioner - Rustenburg

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional growth

Supportive team

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks an Early Years Practitioner to provide high-quality care and education in a nurturing setting. The role blends hands-on work with planning duties that can be done remotely, offering flexibility within a hybrid environment.

The successful candidate will deliver age-appropriate activities, maintain safe environments, document progress, and communicate with parents, while contributing to curriculum planning and resource management in the Rustenburg area.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or childcare.
• Experience working with children in an early years setting.
• Understanding of EYFS or similar guidelines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; warm and patient.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate educational activities and play-based learning.
• Ensure safety, wellbeing and emotional security of children.
• Observe, document and report on children's progress and needs.
• Communicate with parents about daily progress and engagement.
• Assist with administrative tasks and resource planning, some remote.

Skills

Childcare experience

EYFS knowledge

Excellent communication

Hybrid work capability

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and caring Early Years Practitioner to join their nurturing facility in Rustenburg . This position offers a unique hybrid model, combining hands-on engagement with administrative and planning tasks that can be managed remotely. You will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and education to young children, fostering their development in a supportive and stimulating setting. This role is ideal for an individual passionate about early childhood development who appreciates flexibility and the opportunity to contribute to a positive learning environment within the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate educational activities and play-based learning experiences for young children.
• Ensure the safety, well-being, and emotional security of all children under your care.
• Observe, document, and report on children's progress, development, and any special needs.
• Communicate with parents and guardians about their child's day, progress, and engagement.
• Assist with administrative tasks, curriculum planning, and resource management, some of which may be completed remotely.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or Childcare.
• Previous experience working with children in an early years setting.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework or similar early learning guidelines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm and patient demeanor.
• Ability to work effectively both in person and remotely for specific planning and communication duties.

Benefits

• Competitive pro-rata salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working arrangements with a hybrid model.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training within the Rustenburg area.
• Supportive team culture and a positive working environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on children's early learning journeys.