Nursery Assistant

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and professional development

Supportive team environment

Hands-on experience

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a warm and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join a dedicated team. The role focuses on nurturing and stimulating babies and toddlers while working with experienced educators to support daily routines and development.

The ideal candidate is attentive, patient, and committed to creating a safe, happy environment where young children can explore and grow. Full-time position with opportunities for training and growth in early years education.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a nursery or childcare setting is preferred.
• Genuine love for working with babies and young children.
• Patience, kindness and a responsible approach to childcare.
• Basic understanding of child development principles.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct care for infants and toddlers, including feeding, changing and comforting.
• Support lead educators in daily activities and learning experiences.
• Keep the nursery environment clean, safe and well-organized.
• Engage children in play and activities that support physical, cognitive and social-emotional development.
• Observe children and report developmental progress or concerns to senior staff and parents.

Skills

Nursery experience

Patience

Team player

Basic child development

Love for babies

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a warm, caring, and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join their dedicated team in Vereeniging. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for babies and toddlers. You will work closely with experienced educators to support the daily routines, activities, and developmental needs of the young children. The ideal candidate will be attentive, patient, and committed to fostering a safe and happy atmosphere where the youngest learners can explore and grow. Join a supportive team that values early childhood development and quality care in the Gauteng province.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in providing direct care for infants and toddlers, including feeding, changing, and comforting.
• Support lead educators in implementing daily activities and learning experiences.
• Ensure the nursery environment is clean, safe, and well-organized at all times.
• Engage children in play and activities that promote their physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development.
• Observe children and communicate any developmental progress or concerns to senior staff and parents.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a nursery or childcare setting is preferred.
• A genuine love for working with babies and young children.
• Patience, kindness, and a responsible approach to childcare.
• Basic understanding of child development principles.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with regular working hours.
• Competitive monthly salary.
• Opportunities for training and professional development in early years education.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Gain valuable hands-on experience in a professional nursery setting.