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Creche Assistant (Baby Room) – Entry Level

How2Apply Talent Network

George, Western Cape

Part-time

Posted 3 hours ago

Part-time Education & Teaching

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Job Description

Little ones at a workplace day care centre in George learn through play, and you'll set up that play. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

You'll report in George. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What you'll actually do

Clean and sanitise toys, mats and tables at the end of the day
Help aftercare learners with homework and reading
Watch children closely outside and keep the play area safe
Run morning ring with songs, weather and counting
Feed, change and settle babies and toddlers on their routine

What you need

Warm, patient and energetic with small children
ECD Level 4 or Level 5 qualification, or currently studying towards one
Matric
Able to follow hygiene and safety routines without cutting corners
Experience caring for children in a group setting, even as a volunteer

Nice if you have

Speak more than one home language of the children you'll teach
Experience with children with special needs

What's in it for you

Short holiday closures over December and Easter
Lunch provided on school days
Sponsored ECD Level 5 studies

How to apply for this job

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Keep copies of these ready to send: ECD qualification certificate or proof of enrolment, paediatric first aid card plus Form 30 clearance letter.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 9 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around George; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

How to stand out

Apply for the Form 30 check early, as it can take weeks and many creches won't appoint without it.
Put your ECD level and first aid certificate in the first lines of your CV; creches check these before anything else.