Part-Time Childcare Assistant & Activity Coordinator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Flexible part-time working hours

Opportunity to develop creative action

Supportive family environment

Gain valuable experience in childcare

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Part-Time Childcare Assistant and Activity Coordinator to support a family with young children. You will assist with daily childcare duties and lead creative play, educational games, and outings, under parental supervision.

The role offers a flexible schedule and opportunities to design engaging activity programs while focusing on child learning and development in a warm family environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in childcare or a related field.
• Experience in planning and leading children's activities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Creative and energetic personality.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• First Aid certification is a plus.
• Passion for child development and early learning.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general childcare duties, including supervision, feeding, and playtime.
• Design and implement a variety of age-appropriate educational and recreational activities.
• Coordinate and lead group activities for children.
• Plan and organize outings to local attractions and parks.
• Ensure a safe and clean play environment.
• Support children's social and emotional development through interaction.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding children's activities and engagement levels.
• Prepare simple snacks and assist with meal times.
• Maintain a positive and encouraging attitude.
• Provide a stimulating and fun atmosphere for children.

Skills

Childcare experience

Activity planning

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Part-Time Childcare Assistant and Activity Coordinator for a family with young children in Bloemfontein. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys planning and facilitating engaging activities that promote children's learning and development. The successful candidate will assist with daily childcare duties and take the lead on organizing creative play, educational games, and outings. This position offers a flexible schedule, making it ideal for individuals seeking part-time work in Bloemfontein. We are looking for a creative individual who is passionate about child engagement and can bring energy and new ideas to the children's daily routines. The role is focused on creating a fun and stimulating environment for the children under parental supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with general childcare duties, including supervision, feeding, and playtime.
• Design and implement a variety of age-appropriate educational and recreational activities.
• Coordinate and lead group activities for children.
• Plan and organize outings to local attractions and parks.
• Ensure a safe and clean play environment.
• Support children's social and emotional development through interaction.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding children's activities and engagement levels.
• Prepare simple snacks and assist with meal times.
• Maintain a positive and encouraging attitude.
• Provide a stimulating and fun atmosphere for children.

Requirements

• Previous experience in childcare or a related field.
• Experience in planning and leading children's activities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Creative and energetic personality.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• First Aid certification is a plus.
• Passion for child development and early learning.
• Must pass a background check.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage.
• Flexible part-time working hours.
• Opportunity to develop creative activity programs.
• Supportive family environment.
• Gain valuable experience in childcare and activity coordination.