Infant Care Specialist — Nurturing & Development-Focused

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime potential

Training & development

Paid sick leave

Paid annual leave

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a nurturing Infant Caregiver to provide care for babies aged 0-18 months, creating a safe, loving and stimulating environment that supports their rapid development.

You will feed, diaper and engage infants in age-appropriate play, maintain hygiene, and communicate with parents about daily activities. The role offers a competitive monthly salary, training opportunities, a caring team, paid sick and annual leave.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with infants or in a childcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and responsive care for infants, ensuring their physical and emotional safety.
• Implement feeding schedules, diaper changes, and nap routines according to individual child needs and parent preferences.
• Engage infants in age-appropriate sensory activities, songs, and gentle play to promote development.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic environment for the infants, including their play areas and feeding equipment.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's daily activities, eating, and sleeping patterns.

Job description

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a nurturing Infant Caregiver to provide care for babies aged 0-18 months, creating a safe, loving and stimulating environment that supports their rapid development.

You will feed, diaper and engage infants in age-appropriate play, maintain hygiene, and communicate with parents about daily activities. The role offers a competitive monthly salary, training opportunities, a caring team, paid sick and annual leave.