Infant Care Specialist

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Sick leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Infant Care Specialist in George, Western Cape to provide dedicated care for a newborn in a private home. The role focuses on safety, feeding, sleep routines, and nurturing development in the early months.

The caregiver should be highly experienced with newborns, possess CPR and First Aid certification, and maintain clear communication with parents about day-to-day progress and milestones.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in infant care with verifiable references.
• Certification in Infant CPR and First Aid is mandatory.
• Comprehensive knowledge of infant development milestones and best practices.
• Ability to create a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, reliability, and a professional attitude.
• Willingness to undergo a thorough background check.
• Understanding of newborn sleep patterns and feeding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and loving care for an infant, including feeding, diapering, and bathing.
• Monitor infant's health and development, reporting any concerns to parents promptly.
• Ensure a safe sleep environment and adhere to safe sleep practices.
• Engage the infant in age-appropriate sensory play and developmental activities.
• Establish and maintain consistent feeding, sleeping, and playtime routines.
• Prepare bottles and infant meals as needed, adhering to feeding schedules.
• Maintain a clean and organized nursery and play areas.
• Perform light housekeeping duties related to the infant's care.
• Administer medications as prescribed by a physician, if necessary.
• Communicate openly and regularly with parents about the infant's day and development.
• Ensure the infant's safety at all times, both inside and outside the home.

Skills

Infant care experience

Infant CPR

First Aid

Observational skills

Communication skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a discerning family in George , is seeking an exceptional Infant Care Specialist to provide dedicated and nurturing care for their baby. This role is specifically for the foundational early months and years, requiring specialized knowledge of infant development, safety, and well-being. The ideal candidate will be deeply experienced with newborns, possess a calm demeanor, and be committed to creating a secure and stimulating environment conducive to optimal growth. This opportunity is located in the beautiful Western Cape and offers a chance to be a key caregiver in a supportive household. We are looking for someone proactive, responsible, and passionate about early infant development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and loving care for an infant, including feeding, diapering, and bathing.
• Monitor infant's health and development, reporting any concerns to parents promptly.
• Ensure a safe sleep environment and adhere to safe sleep practices.
• Engage the infant in age-appropriate sensory play and developmental activities.
• Establish and maintain consistent feeding, sleeping, and playtime routines.
• Prepare bottles and infant meals as needed, adhering to feeding schedules.
• Maintain a clean and organized nursery and play areas.
• Perform light housekeeping duties related to the infant's care.
• Administer medications as prescribed by a physician, if necessary.
• Communicate openly and regularly with parents about the infant's day and development.
• Ensure the infant's safety at all times, both inside and outside the home.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in infant care, with verifiable references.
• Certification in Infant CPR and First Aid is mandatory.
• Comprehensive knowledge of infant development milestones and best practices.
• Ability to create a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, reliability, and a professional attitude.
• Willingness to undergo a thorough background check.
• A genuine love for babies and a passion for early childhood development.
• Understanding of newborn sleep patterns and feeding techniques.

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary package, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our client provides a stable and respectful working environment within a private home setting. The role includes paid annual leave and sick leave. There may be opportunities for discussing long-term engagement based on mutual satisfaction. This is a unique opportunity to focus on the critical early stages of a child's life.