Night Nanny / Newborn Care Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible contractor role

Cozy Mossel Bay location

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Night Nanny/Newborn Care Specialist to provide overnight support for newborns. You will establish a calm sleep routine, manage night feedings, diaper changes, and infant soothing to help parents rest.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of professional night-nanny experience, knowledge of newborn care, and a current CPR/First Aid certification. NCS certification is highly preferred, and strong references are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as Night Nanny or Newborn Care Specialist.
• Certification in Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) or similar is highly preferred.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification for infants.
• Excellent observational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive overnight care for a newborn.
• Monitor infant's feeding, sleep, and elimination patterns.
• Prepare bottles and assist with night feedings.
• Change diapers and ensure infant hygiene.
• Soothe the baby and encourage healthy sleep habits.
• Maintain a safe and quiet sleeping environment for the infant.
• Light nursery duties, such as tidying the baby's space and sanitizing bottles.
• Educate new parents on newborn care techniques and routines.
• Keep a detailed log of infant activities, feeding, and sleep patterns.

Skills

Overnight care

Infant health monitoring

CPR/First Aid readiness

Education

NCS Certification

CPR/First Aid for infants

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and compassionate Night Nanny/Newborn Care Specialist to provide overnight support for their newborn baby in Mossel Bay . This role is crucial for ensuring the parents receive adequate rest while the newborn receives expert care and attention throughout the night. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of newborn care, sleep routines, feeding techniques, and basic infant health. You will create a calm and safe sleeping environment, manage nighttime feedings, diaper changes, and soothing techniques. This position requires a dedicated professional committed to supporting new parents and establishing healthy sleep habits for the infant. The role is located in the picturesque town of Mossel Bay , Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and expert overnight care for a newborn.
• Monitor infant's feeding, sleeping, and elimination patterns.
• Prepare bottles and assist with or perform nighttime feedings.
• Change diapers and ensure the infant's hygiene.
• Soothe the baby and encourage healthy sleep habits.
• Maintain a safe and quiet sleeping environment for the infant.
• Light nursery duties, such as tidying the baby's space and sanitizing bottles.
• Educate new parents on newborn care techniques and routines.
• Keep a detailed log of the infant's activities, feeding, and sleep patterns for parents.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to the infant's needs.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the infant at all times.
• Communicate effectively with parents about the infant's night.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a Night Nanny or Newborn Care Specialist.
• Extensive knowledge of newborn care best practices.
• Certification in Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) or similar is highly preferred.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification for infants.
• Understanding of infant sleep science and development.
• Ability to work independently and provide overnight support.
• Excellent observational and problem-solving skills.
• Patient, calm, and nurturing demeanor.
• Proficiency in English.
• Discretion and respect for family privacy are essential.
• Strong references from previous families or clients.
• Ability to commit to a specified contract duration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary for overnight services.
• Opportunity to support new parents during a critical time.
• Gain experience with a newborn in a supportive setting.
• Work in the beautiful coastal area of Mossel Bay .
• Flexible contractor role.
• Opportunity to make a significant positive impact on a new family.