Child Care Worker

About the Opportunity

Our Client is a well-established children’s home in Cape Town that cares for babies and young children in a safe, nurturing and structured environment. They are looking for a caring, reliable and qualified Childcare Worker to join their team. You will look after children from birth to 5 years old, supporting their daily care, wellbeing and early development.

This role suits someone who sees childcare as a calling, not just a job. You should be happy working shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays, so that every child has consistent care around the clock.

Responsibilities

• Providing basic and developmental care for children aged 0 to 5 years
  
• Supporting the individual developmental needs of each child
  
• Making sure children are clean, well groomed and cared for hygienically
  
• Running daily developmental play and activities as guided by the educational staff
  
• Taking part in developmental assessments of the children in your care
  
• Assisting with giving medication
  
• Making sure each child’s clothing is marked and their belongings are looked after
  
• Completing a daily shift report for handover
  
• Going with children to hospital appointments when needed
  
• Standing up for the rights and best interests of the children
  
• Working closely with volunteers and senior staff so that children are never left unattended
  
• Keeping all children’s areas clean and well maintained, including bathrooms, dining areas and bedrooms
  
• Reporting breakages and managing stock and products in your work area
  
• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  
• Representing the organisation positively and helping with fundraising and social events
  
• Doing ad hoc tasks as agreed with management
  

Requirements

• Grade 12, or relevant experience in the Child and Youth Care field (RPL considered)
  
• Child and Youth Care training at NQF Level 4
  
• Registration with the SACSSP as a Child and Youth Care Worker (Essential)
  
• Practical experience caring for babies and young children
  
• Good written and spoken English and/or Afrikaans
  
• Strong communication and time management skills
  
• A valid police clearance certificate
  
• A responsible, trustworthy and caring nature
  

Working Hours

• 40 to 45 hours per week
  
• Rotating day and night shifts
  
• Weekends and public holidays included
  

Benefits

Questions to answer before applying

1. Are you currently registered with the SACSSP as a Child and Youth Care Worker?
   
2. Do you have Grade 12, or recognised prior learning (RPL) in the Child and Youth Care field?
   
3. Do you have a Child and Youth Care qualification at NQF Level 4?
   
4. Do you have experience caring for babies and children under the age of 5?
   
5. Are you available to work night shifts, weekends and public holidays?
   
6. Are you able to work 40 to 45 hours per week?
   
7. Can you provide a valid police clearance certificate?
   
8. Can you communicate well in English and/or Afrikaans, both written and verbal?
   
9. Do you live in Cape Town, or can you get to work reliably for early and late shifts?
   

If you answered yes to all these questions are are passionate about giving young children a safe and loving start in life, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your updated CV and copies of your qualifications and SACSSP registration.