Playgroup Facilitator (Mornings)

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

The work is in Tembisa, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

• Chat to parents at drop-off and pick-up about how the day went
• Set up daily learning areas for art, blocks, reading and fantasy play
• Prepare simple, nutritious snacks and keep the kitchen hygienic
• Run morning ring with songs, weather and counting
• Follow the NCF daily programme and adapt it for each age group
• Observe each child and note milestones in their development file

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

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

• Sponsored ECD Level 5 studies
• Lunch provided on school days
• 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.
• Add one sentence about an activity you ran that the children loved; it shows you can plan, not just supervise.