Creche Assistant (Baby Room)

You'll care for and teach young children at a private pre-primary school in Springs, from nappies to first letters. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

This post is in Springs (Gauteng). Please only apply if you can travel there daily.

• Watch children closely outside and keep the play area safe
• Prepare simple, nutritious snacks and keep the kitchen hygienic
• Set up daily learning areas for art, blocks, reading and fantasy play
• Observe each child and note milestones in their development file
• Run morning ring with songs, weather and counting
• Help aftercare learners with homework and reading
• Chat to parents at drop-off and pick-up about how the day went

• ECD Level 4 or Level 5 qualification, or currently studying towards one
• Paediatric first aid certificate
• Clear Form 30 child protection check and police clearance
• Experience caring for children in a group setting, even as a volunteer

• Basic music, art or movement skills for group activities
• Experience with children with special needs

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

• 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.