Nanny & Educational Assistant - Mahikeng Area

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Part time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a reliable Nanny and Educational Assistant for a toddler in Mahikeng, North West. This contractor role focuses on play-based learning, daily routines, and a safe home environment. The candidate should be passionate about early childhood education and development.

The role requires 2+ years in childcare, knowledge of ECD principles, and preferably First Aid/CPR certification. Strong communication, reliability, and a proactive attitude are essential, with references and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of childcare experience; preferably with toddlers.
• Knowledge of early childhood development principles.
• First Aid and CPR certification is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, energetic, reliable and responsible.
• Must provide good references.
• Willingness to undergo a background check.
• Genuine love for children and proactive attitude.
• Ability to create a fun and educational environment.
• Available for contract duration in Mahikeng.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and nurturing care for a toddler.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate educational activities (arts, crafts, music, storytelling).
• Ensure safety and well-being at all times.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks for a toddler.
• Manage daily routines: naps, feeding, hygiene.
• Engage child in indoor and outdoor play.
• Maintain clean and organized play areas and living spaces.
• Communicate with parents about the child's day, development, and concerns.
• Support early language development and social interaction skills.

Skills

Toddler care

Early childhood development

Communication skills

Patience and reliability

Education

First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a young family in the Mahikeng district of the North West province, is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Nanny and Educational Assistant to care for their toddler, aged 2.5 years. This contractor position requires a nurturing individual dedicated to fostering the child's early development through play-based learning and daily routines. The ideal candidate will create a safe, stimulating, and engaging environment within the family home. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for early childhood education and a proactive approach to child development in the North West region of South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and nurturing care for a toddler.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate educational activities, including arts, crafts, music, and storytelling.
• Ensure the child's safety and well-being at all times.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks suitable for a toddler.
• Manage the child's daily routines: naps, feeding, changing, and hygiene.
• Engage the child in stimulating indoor and outdoor play.
• Maintain a clean and organised play area and relevant living spaces.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding the child's day, development, and any concerns.
• Support early language development and social interaction skills.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in childcare, preferably with toddlers.
• Knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices.
• First Aid and CPR certification is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, energetic, reliable, and responsible individual.
• Must be able to provide good references.
• Willingness to undergo a background check.
• A genuine love for children and a proactive attitude towards their development.
• Ability to create a fun and educational environment.
• Must be available for the specified contract duration in Mahikeng .

Benefits

• competitive monthly remuneration package
• the flexibility associated with contract work

Our client values their childcare providers and aims to foster a positive working relationship.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in early childhood education and care within a supportive family setting in the North West province.