Nanny / Childminder (Full-time)

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Accommodation negotiable

Paid time off

Stable family environment

Long-term position

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a reliable, nurturing nanny to provide care for children in a warm family setting. The role requires First Aid/CPR, experience, and the ability to create educational activities, manage routines, and communicate with parents.

This full-time position offers stability, potential accommodation, paid time off, and the chance to build a long-term relationship with the family.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a nanny, childminder, or similar role, with verifiable references.
• First Aid and CPR certification is mandatory.
• Excellent understanding of child development and age-appropriate care.
• Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license preferred.
• Ability to create a fun, safe, and stimulating environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive supervision of children, ensuring safety at all times.
• Plan engaging, educational, age-appropriate activities and outings.
• Assist with daily routines: meals, feeding, hygiene and naps.
• Support homework and learning activities.
• Maintain open communication with parents about well-being and progress.
• Tidy play areas and manage children's laundry.

Skills

Experience in childcare

First Aid & CPR

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Safety & environment

Driver's license

Education

Childcare certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a reliable, nurturing, and experienced Nanny / Childminder to provide exceptional care for their children in Pretoria . This full-time position requires a dedicated individual who can ensure the safety, well-being, and development of young children within a loving family environment. The ideal candidate will be proactive, responsible, and possess a genuine love for children, capable of engaging them in age-appropriate activities, supporting their educational progress, and managing daily routines. This role offers the stability of a long-term position within a warm family setting in the administrative capital of South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and responsible supervision of children, ensuring their safety and security at all times.
• Plan and execute engaging, educational, and age-appropriate activities, including play-based learning and outings.
• Assist with children's daily routines, including meal preparation, feeding, hygiene, and nap times.
• Support children's homework and learning activities, fostering a positive attitude towards education.
• Maintain open and clear communication with parents regarding the children's well-being, activities, and progress.
• Tidy children's play areas and rooms, and manage children's laundry as needed.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a nanny, childminder, or similar role, with verifiable references.
• First Aid and CPR certification is mandatory.
• Excellent understanding of child development stages and age-appropriate care.
• Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a fun, safe, and stimulating environment for children.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license are preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Accommodation may be negotiable for the right candidate.
• Paid time off and public holidays.
• A stable and supportive family environment.
• Opportunity to build a strong, long-term relationship with the family.