Nursery School Teacher / ECD Assistant at HandPicked Recruitment

Job Overview

• Our client, a loving Afrikaans nursery school in Elarduspark, Pretoria East, is looking for a caring, responsible and energetic Nursery School Teacher / ECD Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis.
• This is an excellent opportunity for someone who feels genuinely passionate about working with young children and would like to develop a long-term career in Early Childhood Development (ECD) or education.
• You do not necessarily need to be fully qualified to apply. Our client is open to candidates with different levels of experience and training, provided they have the right attitude, a genuine love for children and a willingness to learn and develop.

Suitable Candidates May Include

• A qualified ECD / Early Childhood Development / Nursery School Teaching candidate
• A candidate currently studying ECD, Early Childhood Education, Teaching or a related field on a part-time basis
• A Matriculant or school leaver who has a genuine interest in working with children and would like to study or develop within the ECD or education field
• Candidates with any relevant nursery school or early childhood training

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12
• Fluent in Afrikaans
• Genuine love for and interest in working with young children
• Patient, caring and responsible
• Positive attitude
• Reliable and hardworking
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Comfortable working in an active, hands-on nursery school environment
• Own reliable transport
• Available to work Monday – Friday, 06:30 – 17:30
• Candidates who are currently studying must be able to study part-time due to the working hours.
• A relevant ECD, Early Childhood Education or Nursery School qualification will be advantageous but is not essential for the right candidate.

Duties will include

• Caring for and supervising young children
• Assisting with daily nursery school routines
• Supporting age-appropriate educational and developmental activities
• Creating a safe, caring and stimulating environment
• Supporting children's emotional, social and educational development
• Assisting with meals, rest periods and general childcare
• Participating in classroom activities and play
• Maintaining a clean and organised environment
• Supporting the general day-to-day running of the nursery school
• Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children at all times