Nursery School Assistant

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals provided

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Career growth opportunities

Friendly working atmosphere

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking a Nursery School Assistant to support lead teachers in creating a safe, nurturing environment for infants and toddlers. This entry-level role helps with daily care and educational activities while fostering early learning.

You will assist with feeding, supervising play, and preparing learning materials, contributing to a positive classroom experience. A friendly, supportive workplace and on-the-job training are provided.

Qualifications

• Interest in early childhood education and working with young children.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow directions from teachers.
• Awareness of basic child safety and hygiene practices.
• Patience, empathy and a gentle demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers in delivering daily educational activities and routines.
• Provide direct care to children, including feeding, changing diapers, and supervising playtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment according to health and safety standards.
• Support children's social and emotional development through positive interactions.
• Help prepare learning materials and set up activity stations under teacher guidance.
• Communicate observations about children's behavior and development to the lead teacher.

Skills

Passion for early childhood education

Teamwork

Patience

Empathy

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Matriculation certificate

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery School Assistant to support their dedicated team in Rustenburg . This role focuses on providing essential assistance to lead teachers in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for infants and toddlers. You will play a key role in the daily care and educational activities of young children, ensuring their comfort and development in Rustenburg . This is a wonderful opportunity to gain valuable experience and contribute to the foundational learning experiences of children in the North West province, within a facility that prioritizes a child-centered approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers in delivering daily educational activities and routines.
• Provide direct care to children, including feeding, changing diapers, and supervising playtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment according to health and safety standards.
• Support children's social and emotional development through positive interactions.
• Help prepare learning materials and set up activity stations under teacher guidance.
• Communicate observations about children's behavior and development to the lead teacher.

Requirements

• A passion for early childhood education and working with young children.
• Previous experience in a childcare setting is advantageous.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Patience, empathy, and a gentle demeanor.
• Basic understanding of child safety and hygiene practices.
• A matriculation certificate or equivalent.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• On-the-job training and mentorship.
• A supportive and friendly working atmosphere.
• Opportunities for career growth within the organization.
• Staff meals provided.