Pediatric Childcare Coordinator

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Pediatric Childcare Coordinator to enhance our childcare services for infants and toddlers. The role blends hands-on engagement with supervisory duties, focusing on high-quality developmental support and nurturing care.

You will lead a small team, implement specialized programs, and maintain close communication with parents to tailor support for each child, ensuring safety, growth, and well‑being in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in pediatric childcare or early childhood education focusing on infants and toddlers.
• Qualification in Early Childhood Development with pediatric care specialization or extensive coursework.
• Strong knowledge of infant and toddler development milestones and age-appropriate learning methods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate specialized childcare programs for infants and toddlers, ensuring developmental appropriateness.
• Train and mentor staff on pediatric care and early childhood development practices.
• Develop and implement age-specific activities and routines promoting physical, cognitive, and emotional growth.
• Maintain a safe, hygienic, and stimulating environment for very young children.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding child development, health, and daily experiences.
• Monitor the well-being and developmental progress of children under supervision.

Skills

Pediatric care

Early childhood development

Staff leadership

Communication with families

Adaptive learning approaches

Education

Early Childhood Development qualification

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a dedicated Pediatric Childcare Coordinator to enhance their childcare services in Pretoria . This role focuses on ensuring the highest quality of care and developmental support specifically for infants and toddlers within their facility. You will lead a team specializing in early childhood, manage the implementation of specialized programs, and liaise closely with parents to provide tailored support. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of pediatric development and a passion for creating a nurturing, stimulating environment that caters to the unique needs of the youngest learners. This position offers a blend of hands-on engagement and supervisory responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate specialized childcare programs for infants and toddlers, ensuring developmental appropriateness.
• Train and mentor staff on best practices in pediatric care and early childhood development.
• Develop and implement age-specific activities and routines that promote physical, cognitive, and emotional growth.
• Maintain a safe, hygienic, and stimulating environment conducive to the needs of very young children.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's development, health, and daily experiences.
• Monitor the overall well-being and developmental progress of children under your supervision.

Requirements

• Significant experience (3-5 years) in pediatric childcare or early childhood education, with a focus on infant and toddler care.
• Relevant qualifications in Early Childhood Development, with a specialization or extensive coursework in pediatric care.
• Strong knowledge of infant and toddler development milestones and age-appropriate learning methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to manage staff and engage with families.
• Ability to adapt and implement flexible approaches to meet the diverse needs of young children.
• Certification in pediatric First Aid and CPR is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for specialized training in pediatric care and early years education.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between on-site and remote tasks.
• A nurturing and supportive team environment.
• Contribution towards continuing professional development.