ECD Practitioner (Toddler Class) – Permanent

You'll care for and teach young children at a primary school aftercare programme in Khayelitsha, from nappies to first letters. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

Location: Khayelitsha, Western Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

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

• Warm, patient and energetic with small children
• Paediatric first aid certificate
• ECD Level 4 or Level 5 qualification, or currently studying towards one
• Clear Form 30 child protection check and police clearance
• Matric

• Lunch provided on school days
• Sponsored ECD Level 5 studies
• Reduced fees for your own child

• 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.