ECD Practitioner (Toddler Class)

Songs, stories, sandpits and routines: help a workplace day care centre in White River give children a strong start. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

You'll be based at a workplace day care centre in White River. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Start is planned for the beginning of next month.

• Plan themes and holiday programmes with the principal
• Help aftercare learners with homework and reading
• Clean and sanitise toys, mats and tables at the end of the day
• Chat to parents at drop-off and pick-up about how the day went
• Observe each child and note milestones in their development file
• Prepare simple, nutritious snacks and keep the kitchen hygienic
• Watch children closely outside and keep the play area safe

• Experience caring for children in a group setting, even as a volunteer
• ECD Level 4 or Level 5 qualification, or currently studying towards one
• Warm, patient and energetic with small children
• Clear Form 30 child protection check and police clearance
• Matric

• Speak more than one home language of the children you'll teach
• Basic music, art or movement skills for group activities

• Short holiday closures over December and Easter
• Reduced fees for your own child
• Sponsored ECD Level 5 studies

• Add one sentence about an activity you ran that the children loved; it shows you can plan, not just supervise.
• Apply for the Form 30 check early, as it can take weeks and many creches won't appoint without it.