Special Needs Childcare Assistant

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive team

Access to therapeutic resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Special Needs Childcare Assistant in Rustenburg to provide dedicated support within an educational center. You will work closely with children with diverse learning and developmental needs, helping them participate in daily activities, educational programs, and social interactions in a nurturing environment.

The role emphasizes patience, empathy, and collaboration with therapists and educators to foster an inclusive learning community where every child feels valued and

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with disabilities or special needs.
• Patience, empathy, and strong observational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Basic understanding of child development and learning principles.
• Certification or training in special needs education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one assistance to children with special needs during classroom activities, play, and routines.
• Implement individualized educational and behavioral plans as directed by therapists and lead teachers.
• Assist children with personal care tasks, including feeding, hygiene, and mobility, with dignity and respect.
• Facilitate social integration and peer interaction among children.
• Monitor and record children's progress, reporting observations to the educational team and parents.

Skills

Experience with special needs

Empathy

Observational skills

Team collaboration

Patience

Education

Certification in special needs education

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an empathetic and skilled Special Needs Childcare Assistant to provide dedicated support within their educational center in Rustenburg . You will work closely with children who have diverse learning and developmental needs, assisting them in participating in daily activities, educational programs, and social interactions. This vital role requires patience, understanding, and a commitment to helping each child reach their full potential, contributing to an inclusive and supportive learning community where every child feels valued and encouraged to thrive, collaborating with therapists and educators.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one assistance to children with special needs during classroom activities, play, and routines.
• Implement individualized educational and behavioral plans as directed by therapists and lead teachers.
• Assist children with personal care tasks, including feeding, hygiene, and mobility, with dignity and respect.
• Facilitate social integration and peer interaction among children.
• Monitor and record children's progress, reporting observations to the educational team and parents.
• Ensure a safe and accessible environment, adapting spaces and materials as needed.

Requirements

• Experience working with children with disabilities or special needs.
• Knowledge of various special needs conditions and support strategies.
• Patience, empathy, and strong observational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Basic understanding of child development and learning principles.
• Relevant certification or training in special needs education is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for specialized training and professional development in special education.
• Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and child well-being.
• Meaningful work contributing to the development of children with special needs.
• Access to therapeutic resources and guidance.