Educational Playgroup Facilitator

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Educational Playgroup Facilitator to lead interactive play sessions for young children and their caregivers in Mahikeng. You will design age-appropriate activities fostering creativity, motor skills, and social interaction while supporting parents.

The role emphasizes a safe, engaging group setting and positive dynamics within the North West community. Prior childcare experience is preferred and first aid is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or early childhood education preferred.
• A passion for working with young children and facilitating group activities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with both children and adults.
• Ability to plan and implement creative, stimulating activities.
• First aid or CPR certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate engaging, age-appropriate playgroup activities for young children.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment for children and their parents/caregivers.
• Encourage social interaction, cognitive development, and creative expression through play.
• Engage with parents to provide support and information on early childhood development.
• Maintain a clean, organized playgroup space with safe materials.

Skills

Early childhood experience

Childcare

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

First aid/CPR (advantage)

Job description

Our client is looking for an energetic and engaging Educational Playgroup Facilitator to lead interactive and stimulating play sessions for young children and their caregivers in Mahikeng. This role focuses on creating a fun, safe, and educational space where children can socialize, learn through play, and develop essential early skills, while also providing support and engagement for parents. You will design and implement age-appropriate activities that promote creativity, motor skills, and social interaction. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood development and skilled at fostering a positive group dynamic, contributing to the social and educational fabric of the North West community.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate engaging, educational, and age-appropriate playgroup activities for young children.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for children and their parents/caregivers.
• Encourage social interaction, cognitive development, and creative expression through various play-based methods.
• Engage with parents/caregivers, offering support and information on early childhood development.
• Maintain a clean and organized playgroup space, ensuring all materials are child-safe and well-managed.

Requirements

• Experience in childcare, early childhood education, or a related field is preferred.
• A passion for working with young children and facilitating group activities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with children and adults.
• Ability to plan and implement creative and stimulating activities.
• First aid or CPR certification is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive part-time hourly rate.
• Flexible working hours, typically during the day.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on early childhood development in Mahikeng .
• A fun and dynamic work environment centered around play and learning.
• Gain valuable experience in group facilitation and early childhood programming.