ECD Practitioner: Nurture Young Minds in Mossel Bay

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site role in Mossel Bay

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Development (ECD) Practitioner for our Mossel Bay, Western Cape center. You will create a safe, stimulating classroom where preschool children learn through play, with a focus on holistic development and well-being.

You will plan age-appropriate activities, observe progress, partner with parents, and uphold health and safety standards. This full-time on-site role offers ongoing training and the chance to contribute to the foundational years of

Qualifications

• Must have an accredited ECD qualification (NQF 4/5) with official certification.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience working with preschool children.
• Solid understanding of child development theories and age-appropriate curricula.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and play-based learning.
• Create a safe, clean, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Observe and document children's progress, noting individual needs.
• Foster social and emotional development and positive interactions.
• Ensure safety during rest, meals, and outdoor play.
• Communicate with parents about development and concerns.
• Maintain a balanced routine of structured learning and free play.
• Adhere to health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Collaborate with colleagues and pursue professional development.

Skills

Play-based learning

Communication

Patience

Observational skills

Education

ECD qualification (NQF 4/5)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Development (ECD) Practitioner for our Mossel Bay, Western Cape center. You will create a safe, stimulating classroom where preschool children learn through play, with a focus on holistic development and well-being.

You will plan age-appropriate activities, observe progress, partner with parents, and uphold health and safety standards. This full-time on-site role offers ongoing training and the chance to contribute to the foundational years of