Infant Caregiver

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks an experienced Infant Caregiver to provide loving, attentive care for babies and toddlers in a caring facility. You will support early development with age-appropriate activities, maintain high hygiene and safety standards, and work closely with parents and a team of childcare professionals.

The role requires patience, gentleness, and a compassionate nature, with a focus on consistent feeding routines and nurturing supervision throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in infant care or a similar role.
• Knowledge of infant development stages and appropriate care practices.
• Patience, gentleness, and a compassionate nature towards babies.
• Ability to follow feeding schedules and care routines consistently.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification for infants and children.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and responsive care to infants, ensuring their safety, hygiene, and comfort.
• Engage infants in age-appropriate sensory play, music, and early learning activities.
• Maintain strict hygiene standards, including feeding, diapering, and sanitizing toys and equipment.
• Monitor infants' health and development, promptly reporting any concerns to management and parents.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's daily activities, feeding, and sleep patterns.

Skills

Infant care

Patience & gentleness

First Aid & CPR (infants)

Communication with parents

Infant development knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Infant Caregiver to join their nurturing childcare facility in Richards Bay. This position focuses on providing specialized care and a safe, stimulating environment for babies and toddlers. You will be responsible for meeting the unique physical, emotional, and developmental needs of infants, fostering their early growth through responsive care and age-appropriate activities. This role is essential for ensuring the well-being and happiness of the youngest members of our care community, working collaboratively within a team of passionate childcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and responsive care to infants, ensuring their safety, hygiene, and comfort.
• Engage infants in age-appropriate sensory play, music, and early learning activities.
• Maintain strict hygiene standards, including feeding, diapering, and sanitizing toys and equipment.
• Monitor infants' health and development, promptly reporting any concerns to management and parents.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's daily activities, feeding, and sleep patterns.

Requirements

• Previous experience in infant care or a similar role is required.
• Knowledge of infant development stages and appropriate care practices.
• Patience, gentleness, and a compassionate nature towards babies.
• Ability to follow feeding schedules and care routines consistently.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification for infants and children.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary commensurate with experience.
• A supportive and friendly team environment.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional growth.
• Access to excellent childcare facilities and resources.
• Regular staff appreciation events and a positive work culture.