Playgroup Facilitator (Mornings)

Parents at this workplace day care centre in Epping trust you with their children every morning. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

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

• Observe each child and note milestones in their development file
• Help aftercare learners with homework and reading
• Follow the NCF daily programme and adapt it for each age group
• Feed, change and settle babies and toddlers on their routine
• Plan themes and holiday programmes with the principal
• Prepare simple, nutritious snacks and keep the kitchen hygienic
• Run morning ring with songs, weather and counting

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

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

• 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.