Infant Care Specialist & Early Stimulation - Mossel Bay

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 246,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Training in early childhood care

Supportive work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Infant Care Specialist for a leading childcare center in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will care for infants from birth to 24 months, delivering safe supervision, sensory play, language activities, and close parent collaboration.

Ideal candidates have an ECD-related qualification and experience with infants, plus infant-specific First Aid/CPR. You will join a nurturing team committed to early development and secure, comfortable environments for babies.

Qualifications

• Evidence of qualification in Early Childhood Development or infant care.
• Experience working with infants 0–2 years is preferred.
• First Aid and infant CPR certification is mandatory.
• Strong communication, observation and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision for infants, ensuring safety and well-being at all times.
• Develop and implement sensory play, music, movement, and language activities for infant development.
• Attend to infants’ basic needs including feeding, diapering, comforting, and naps.
• Create a warm, nurturing, and responsive environment supporting security and attachment.
• Observe developmental progress, document milestones, and flag concerns.
• Communicate with parents and provide regular updates on day and development.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment following health protocols.
• Ensure feeding routines and instructions are followed accurately.
• Collaborate with other childcare professionals to ensure consistent care.
• Uphold center policies and procedures for infant care and development.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Nurturing temperament

First Aid & Infant CPR

Team collaboration

Education

ECD qualification or related field (infant care)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly dedicated and nurturing Infant Care Specialist to join their leading childcare center in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This role is specifically focused on providing exceptional care and early stimulation for infants from birth to 24 months. The ideal candidate will possess a profound understanding of infant development, a passion for creating a safe and stimulating environment, and expertise in implementing age-appropriate sensory and developmental activities. You will be responsible for meeting the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of each infant, fostering a sense of security and trust. This position requires patience, creativity, and a strong commitment to nurturing the earliest stages of a child's life. The ability to work collaboratively with parents and colleagues is paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision for infants, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Develop and implement engaging sensory play, music, movement, and language activities to promote infant development.
• Attend to infants' basic needs, including feeding, diapering, comforting, and supervising naps.
• Create a warm, nurturing, and responsive environment that fosters security and attachment.
• Observe infants' developmental progress, documenting milestones and identifying any concerns.
• Communicate effectively and maintain a partnership with parents, providing regular updates on their infant's day and development.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for infants, adhering to all health and safety protocols.
• Ensure all feeding routines and instructions are followed accurately.
• Collaborate with other childcare professionals to ensure a consistent approach to infant care.
• Uphold the center's policies and procedures regarding infant care and development.

Requirements

• A recognized qualification in Early Childhood Development (ECD) or a related field with a specialization in infant care.
• Previous experience working professionally with infants (0-2 years).
• Demonstrated knowledge of infant developmental stages, milestones, and best practices in early stimulation.
• A deep understanding of child safety, health, and hygiene standards for infants.
• Excellent communication, observation, and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, nurturing temperament, and a genuine love for working with babies.
• First Aid and CPR certification, specifically for infants, is mandatory.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a dedicated childcare team.
• Residing in or willing to commute to Mossel Bay, Western Cape .
• A commitment to fostering positive parent-child relationships.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated team focused on infant development.
• Access to resources and training in early childhood care.
• A supportive and child-focused work environment.
• The rewarding experience of nurturing young lives.
• Potential for professional growth within the organization.