Part-Time Early Years Play Facilitator & Assistant Educator

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Hands-on experience

Professional development

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking an energetic Early Years Play Facilitator & Assistant Educator for a part-time role. You will support lead educators, engage toddlers in play-based activities, and help with feeding, napping, and daily routines.

Ideal candidates are patient, nurturing, and passionate about early childhood education, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Training and development opportunities are provided in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with toddlers or young children is preferred.
• A genuine passion for early childhood education and development.
• Understanding of play-based learning principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead educators in implementing daily lesson plans and play-based activities.
• Supervise children in age-appropriate activities to promote development.
• Provide direct care including feeding, diapering/toileting, and comforting.
• Maintain a clean, safe classroom environment.
• Observe behaviour and development and report observations to lead educators.
• Adhere to health, safety and hygiene policies and procedures.
• Assist with nap times and transitions.
• Communicate positively with children, parents and colleagues.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
• Support the centre's mission and values.

Skills

Play-based learning

Child development

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking an energetic Early Years Play Facilitator & Assistant Educator for a part-time role. You will support lead educators, engage toddlers in play-based activities, and help with feeding, napping, and daily routines.

Ideal candidates are patient, nurturing, and passionate about early childhood education, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Training and development opportunities are provided in a supportive environment.