ECD Practitioner Assistant at Cotlands

Key Responsibilities

Child Development & Learning Support

• Support children’s development across cognitive, emotional, social, physical, and language domains.
• Assist in planning and facilitating age-appropriate, play-based learning experiences.
• Help identify developmental delays and report concerns appropriately.

Curriculum Implementation

• Support the implementation of the National Curriculum Framework (Birth to Four) and CAPS (where applicable).
• Assist in preparing learning materials and classroom activities.

Health, Safety & Wellbeing

• Ensure a safe, clean, and hygienic environment.
• Follow child protection and safeguarding policies in line with South African regulations.
• Support children’s nutritional and daily care needs.

Learning Environment Support

• Help create an inclusive, engaging, and culturally responsive classroom environment.
• Assist in setting up indoor and outdoor learning spaces.

Observation & Reporting

• Support the observation and documentation of children’s development.
• Maintain accurate records (attendance, incidents, progress notes).

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with teachers, centre managers, and support staff.
• Engage positively with parents and caregivers.

Minimum Requirements

• ECD NQF Level 4 Certificate (required).
• Must live in Princess, Roodepoort, or surrounding West Rand areas.

Advantageous Qualifications

• ECD NQF Level 5 (Higher Certificate or Diploma).
• First Aid Level 1 certification.
• Training in Child Protection/Safeguarding.
• CAPS and NCF training.
• Inclusive Education or Special Needs support training.