Nanny / Childcarer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Paid holidays and personal leave

Warm family setting

Opportunities for professional dev

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a nurturing and dependable Nanny/Childcarer to provide exceptional care for children in a Kimberley family. The role offers a hybrid arrangement, with in-person care and remote management of child-related tasks, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Responsibilities include direct care, organizing activities, preparing healthy meals, assisting with routines, and maintaining a safe home. Background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Nanny, Childcarer, or similar role.
• Knowledge of child development principles.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Patient, reliable, and compassionate.
• Ability to adapt to a hybrid work structure.
• Willingness to undergo a background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision for children.
• Organize and lead age-appropriate educational and recreational activities.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks.
• Assist children with daily routines and personal care.
• Maintain a tidy and safe environment for the children.
• Perform remote tasks such as scheduling appointments or managing communication with educational providers.

Skills

Childcare experience

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Patience & reliability

Adaptability

Background check willingness

Job description

About the Role

A family in Kimberley is seeking a nurturing and dependable Nanny/Childcarer to provide exceptional care for their children. This role offers a hybrid arrangement, allowing for both in-person care and remote management of certain child-related tasks, providing a good work-life balance. Your primary focus will be on ensuring the children's safety, happiness, and developmental progress within a supportive and engaging home environment, collaborating closely with the parents.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision for children.
• Organize and lead fun, age-appropriate educational and recreational activities.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks.
• Assist children with daily routines and personal care.
• Maintain a tidy and safe environment for the children.
• Perform remote tasks such as scheduling appointments or managing communication with educational providers.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Nanny, Childcarer, or similar role.
• Knowledge of child development principles.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Patient, reliable, and compassionate.
• Ability to adapt to a hybrid work structure.
• Willingness to undergo a background check.

Benefits

• Competitive wage based on experience.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Paid holidays and personal leave.
• A warm and welcoming family setting.
• Opportunities for professional development.