Infant Care Specialist & Development Mentor

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive environment

Paid sick leave

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking an Infant Care Specialist & Development Mentor to provide exceptional infant care and tailored developmental support. You will foster a safe, stimulating environment and work closely with families to ensure consistency between home and care settings.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of infant development, a compassionate approach, and the ability to communicate effectively with parents and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience with infants (0-2 years).
• Qualified in Early Childhood Development or related field.
• Current certification in Infant CPR and First Aid.
• Must reside in or be able to commute to Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and responsive care for infants.
• Implement age-appropriate developmental activities focusing on sensory exploration, motor skill development, and early language acquisition.
• Manage feeding schedules, diaper changes, and nap routines with meticulous care and consistency.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe environment for all infants under care.
• Monitor infant health and development, noting any significant changes and reporting them to parents/guardians and management.
• Engage infants in gentle play, music, and reading to stimulate cognitive and emotional growth.
• Establish and maintain positive, trusting relationships with infants and their families.
• Communicate daily updates on feeding, sleeping, and developmental progress to parents.
• Ensure all care practices adhere to the highest standards of child safety and health regulations.
• Support parents in understanding and navigating infant developmental stages.

Skills

Infant care

Development mentoring

Observation skills

Communication with parents

Teamwork

Education

ECD/Childcare qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly qualified and compassionate Infant Care Specialist & Development Mentor for their esteemed facility in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal . This role is dedicated to providing exceptional care and tailored developmental support for infants, fostering a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of infant psychology, early developmental milestones, and best practices in childcare. You will be instrumental in guiding the early growth of our youngest charges, working closely with families to ensure consistency between home and care settings. We are looking for a proactive, gentle, and communicative individual committed to making a positive impact in the lives of babies and their families within the Richards Bay community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and responsive care for infants, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being at all times.
• Implement age-appropriate developmental activities focusing on sensory exploration, motor skill development, and early language acquisition.
• Manage feeding schedules, diaper changes, and nap routines with meticulous care and consistency.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe environment for all infants under care.
• Monitor infant health and development, noting any significant changes and reporting them to parents/guardians and management.
• Engage infants in gentle play, music, and reading to stimulate cognitive and emotional growth.
• Establish and maintain positive, trusting relationships with infants and their families.
• Communicate daily updates on feeding, sleeping, and developmental progress to parents.
• Ensure all care practices adhere to the highest standards of child safety and health regulations.
• Support parents in understanding and navigating infant developmental stages.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience working specifically with infants (0-2 years).
• A recognized qualification in Early Childhood Development (ECD), Childcare, or a related field is essential.
• Current certification in Infant CPR and First Aid is mandatory.
• In-depth knowledge of infant physical, cognitive, and emotional development.
• Exceptional patience, empathy, and nurturing disposition.
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective parent interaction.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a childcare team.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check.
• Must reside in or be able to commute to Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal .

Benefits

• A competitive salary package reflecting your expertise.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and specialized infant care training.
• A supportive and caring work environment dedicated to child well-being.
• The reward of contributing significantly to infant development.
• Paid sick leave and annual leave in accordance with South African labor law.
• Access to resources for continuous learning in early childhood development.