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Pre-School Teacher (4 to 5 Year Olds)

How2Apply Talent Network

Mthatha, Eastern Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Education & Teaching

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Job Description

Songs, stories, sandpits and routines: help a workplace day care centre in Mthatha give children a strong start. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

This post is Mthatha-based, with most of your time spent at a workplace day care centre. Start is planned for the beginning of next month.

What you'll actually do

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
Run morning ring with songs, weather and counting
Plan themes and holiday programmes with the principal
Help aftercare learners with homework and reading

You'll need

ECD Level 4 or Level 5 qualification, or currently studying towards one
Paediatric first aid certificate
Warm, patient and energetic with small children
Experience caring for children in a group setting, even as a volunteer
Matric

Helpful, not essential

Experience with children with special needs
Montessori diploma or Reggio-inspired training
Basic music, art or movement skills for group activities

What you get

Lunch provided on school days
Short holiday closures over December and Easter
Sponsored ECD Level 5 studies
Reduced fees for your own child

How to apply

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: ECD qualification certificate or proof of enrolment, Form 30 clearance letter plus paediatric first aid card.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 5 working days, usually by phone.

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

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Before you hit apply

Put your ECD level and first aid certificate in the first lines of your CV; creches check these before anything else.
Apply for the Form 30 check early, as it can take weeks and many creches won't appoint without it.