Infant Care Specialist

Placements24; Welkom; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Infant Care Specialist to provide devoted care for babies from birth to 18 months at our Welkom facility. You will create a nurturing environment that supports sensory exploration, motor and cognitive development, while ensuring safety, hygiene, and open communication with parents.

Applicants should have prior infant care experience, CPR and First Aid certification, strong observation skills, patience, warmth, and a respectful, confidential approach with

Qualifications

• Previous professional experience in infant care or as an early childhood educator specializing in infants.
• Certification in infant CPR and First Aid.
• Strong knowledge of infant development stages and best practices.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Patience, warmth, and a genuine love for caring for babies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional communication with families.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and responsive care to infants, meeting their individual needs for feeding, changing, and comfort.
• Implement age-appropriate activities that promote sensory, motor, and cognitive development.
• Ensure a safe and hygienic environment, adhering strictly to all health and safety protocols.
• Observe infants' behavior and development, documenting key milestones and communicating any concerns to parents.
• Establish and maintain warm, trusting relationships with infants and their families.
• Collaborate with other caregivers to ensure a consistent and nurturing approach to infant care.

Skills

Infant care

Observation skills

Patience

Confidentiality

Education

Infant CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a nurturing and experienced Infant Care Specialist to provide dedicated care for babies in their facility located in Welkom . This critical role involves ensuring the safety, health, and developmental well-being of infants from birth to approximately 18 months. You will create a nurturing environment that stimulates sensory exploration, motor skill development, and early social interaction. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of infant care practices and a genuine affection for working with the youngest learners. This position offers a rewarding career path for a passionate individual committed to providing exceptional care within a supportive and professional childcare setting in Welkom .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and responsive care to infants, meeting their individual needs for feeding, changing, and comfort.
• Implement age-appropriate activities that promote sensory, motor, and cognitive development.
• Ensure a safe and hygienic environment, adhering strictly to all health and safety protocols.
• Observe infants' behavior and development, documenting key milestones and communicating any concerns to parents.
• Establish and maintain warm, trusting relationships with infants and their families.
• Collaborate with other caregivers to ensure a consistent and nurturing approach to infant care.

Requirements

• Previous professional experience in infant care or as an early childhood educator specializing in infants.
• Certification in infant CPR and First Aid.
• Strong knowledge of infant development stages and best practices.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Patience, warmth, and a genuine love for caring for babies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional communication with families.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary reflecting experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• Paid time off and holiday leave.
• Opportunities for specialized training in infant care.
• A supportive team environment focused on professional growth in Welkom .