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Playgroup Facilitator (Mornings) – Immediate Start

How2Apply Talent Network

Kathu, Northern Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Education & Teaching

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Job Description

You'll care for and teach young children at a primary school aftercare programme in Kathu, from nappies to first letters. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

This post is in Kathu (Northern Cape). Please only apply if you can travel there daily.

What your day looks like

Follow the NCF daily programme and adapt it for each age group
Set up daily learning areas for art, blocks, reading and fantasy play
Prepare simple, nutritious snacks and keep the kitchen hygienic
Watch children closely outside and keep the play area safe
Plan themes and holiday programmes with the principal
Help aftercare learners with homework and reading

You'll need

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

Helpful, not essential

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

On offer

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

How to apply

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): ECD qualification certificate or proof of enrolment, paediatric first aid card plus Form 30 clearance letter.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

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

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

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