Infant Care Specialist: Nurture & Early Learning

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Infant care training

Supportive team

Growth in ECE

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, South Africa, is seeking an attentive Infant Caregiver for their specialized infant program. You will provide loving care, support early learning, and create a safe, stimulating environment for babies and toddlers.

You will follow feeding and sleep routines, monitor development, communicate with parents, and collaborate with a dedicated team. First Aid/CPR for infants is required, and training opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with infants or infant care settings.
• Knowledge of feeding, sleep routines and safety for babies.
• Patience, empathy and genuine affection for babies.
• Ability to follow specific instructions and routines.
• Good communication with colleagues and parents.
• First Aid and CPR certification for infants is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and loving care for infants, ensuring safety.
• Follow individualized feeding and sleeping schedules for each infant.
• Engage infants in sensory activities, songs and rhymes for development.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe environment.
• Monitor health and development, report concerns to supervisor/parents.
• Build positive relationships with parents with daily updates.

Skills

Experience with infants

Infant care knowledge

Patience & empathy

Ability to follow routines

Strong communication

First Aid CPR infant

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane, South Africa, is seeking an attentive Infant Caregiver for their specialized infant program. You will provide loving care, support early learning, and create a safe, stimulating environment for babies and toddlers.

You will follow feeding and sleep routines, monitor development, communicate with parents, and collaborate with a dedicated team. First Aid/CPR for infants is required, and training opportunities are available.