Toddler Care Specialist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive monthly remuneration

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team-oriented workplace

Access to child development resources

Paid sick leave and annual vacation

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a nurturing Toddler Care Specialist to provide safe, stimulating care for children aged 18 months to 3 years. The role focuses on early learning experiences, sensory exploration, language development, and social interaction.

You will plan engaging activities, work with parents, support toilet training, and contribute to a warm, team-based workplace. A relevant Early Childhood Development qualification is preferred, and prior experience with toddlers is

Qualifications

• Relevant Early Childhood Development qualification or certification preferred.
• Demonstrable experience caring for toddlers or young children.
• Strong understanding of toddler development milestones and needs.
• Patience and a warm, empathetic approach to early learning.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and team.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, responsive care to toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years.
• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities to support exploration and learning.
• Foster language development through reading, singing, and interactive play.
• Maintain a safe, hygienic indoor and outdoor environment.
• Collaborate with parents and teammates to support each child's development.

Skills

Patience & warmth

Observation skills

Teamwork

Understanding of toddler development

Education

Early Childhood Development qualification

Job description

Our client is seeking a nurturing and energetic Toddler Care Specialist to join their dedicated team in Bloemfontein . This role is focused on providing exceptional care and early learning experiences for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years. You will be responsible for creating a safe, stimulating, and loving environment that supports the rapid developmental milestones of this age group, focusing on sensory exploration, language development, and social interaction. If you have a passion for early childhood development and thrive in a supportive team setting, this position is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive and responsive care to toddlers, meeting their physical, emotional, and developmental needs.
• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage exploration, learning, and creativity.
• Foster language development through reading, singing, and interactive play.
• Ensure a safe, hygienic, and stimulating indoor and outdoor environment.
• Maintain open and positive communication with parents regarding their child's daily activities and development.
• Support toilet training and self-help skills development in a patient and encouraging manner.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification or certification in Early Childhood Development is preferred.
• Demonstrable experience caring for toddlers or young children.
• A deep understanding of toddler development stages and needs.
• Patience, warmth, and a genuine affinity for working with very young children.
• Strong observation skills and ability to respond sensitively to children's cues.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a childcare team.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly remuneration.
• Opportunities for professional growth and further training.
• A supportive and team-oriented workplace culture.
• Access to a wide range of child development resources.
• Paid sick leave and annual vacation days.