Nurturing Childcare Provider

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Professional development

Supportive environment

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Nurturing Childcare Provider to join our Cape Town facility. You will deliver direct daily care and early learning support, creating a safe, stimulating environment for young children.

This on-site role emphasizes hands-on engagement, teamwork with colleagues, and communication with families. Relevant childcare qualification preferred; patience, creativity, and a love of children are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a relevant childcare qualification or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrable experience in a professional childcare setting.
• Understanding of child safety protocols and developmental milestones.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Patience, creativity, and a love for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for children, ensuring safety at all times.
• Plan and lead engaging activities suitable for age.
• Assist with feeding, toileting, and nap times.
• Maintain a clean, organized learning environment.
• Observe development and report concerns to management and parents.
• Foster positive social interactions and emotional development.

Skills

Childcare knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Safety protocols

Patience & empathy

Education

Relevant childcare qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurturing Childcare Provider to join their esteemed facility in Cape Town . This role is centered around providing exceptional care and educational support to young children, fostering a vibrant learning atmosphere. You will be part of a team committed to the holistic development of every child, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and positive environment. This position requires a hands‑on approach, focusing on direct interaction and engagement with children, making it a vital on‑site role within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for children aged (Specify Age Range, e.g., 6 months to 5 years), ensuring their safety and well‑being at all times.
• Plan and lead engaging age‑appropriate activities, including play, crafts, and early learning exercises.
• Assist children with daily routines such as feeding, toileting, and nap times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating learning environment.
• Observe and document children's development, reporting any concerns to management and parents.
• Foster positive social interactions and emotional development among the children.

Requirements

• Minimum of a relevant childcare qualification or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrable experience in a professional childcare setting.
• A deep understanding of child safety protocols and developmental milestones.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Patience, creativity, and a genuine love for working with children.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team structure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Generous paid time off and annual leave.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• A positive and supportive work environment.
• Potential for career advancement within the organization.