Infant Care Specialist: Nurture & Development Pro

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Training opportunities for infant care

Supportive team environment in Upingt

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington seeks an Infant Care Specialist to provide safe, nurturing care for babies 0-24 months in a dedicated facility. You will support feeding, soothing, sleep routines, and gentle stimulating activities.

The role requires patience, empathy, knowledge of infant development, good communication with families, and a current infant First Aid certification. Join a supportive team focused on early childhood development in Upington.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in infant care or related childcare.
• Knowledge of infant development milestones.
• Patience, empathy, and a gentle approach.
• Strong health and safety awareness for infants.
• Excellent communication with families.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and responsive care for infants aged 0-24 months.
• Ensure safety, hygiene, and well-being of all infants.
• Implement age-appropriate activities to stimulate development (sensory, motor, cognitive).
• Manage feeding schedules, nappy changes, and nap times according to individual needs.
• Communicate effectively with parents about their infant's day and development.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure nursery environment.

Skills

Infant care

Child development knowledge

Communication with families

Patience and empathy

First Aid for infants

Job description

Placements24 in Upington seeks an Infant Care Specialist to provide safe, nurturing care for babies 0-24 months in a dedicated facility. You will support feeding, soothing, sleep routines, and gentle stimulating activities.

The role requires patience, empathy, knowledge of infant development, good communication with families, and a current infant First Aid certification. Join a supportive team focused on early childhood development in Upington.