Reception and Childcare Assistant

SUMMARY:
We are currently recruiting for a Receptionist and Childcare Assistant passionate about providing professional administrative support while creating a nurturing environment for children. The client, based in Pretoria East, is seeking a dedicated individual to manage reception duties in the mornings and deliver attentive childcare services in the afternoons.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements

• A valid driver’s license and own transportation.
• Beneficial: previous experience in childcare and/or administration.
• A Valid CPR and First Aid certification is beneficial.
• A genuine love for working with children and a compassionate nature.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with parents and team members.

 
Roles and Responsibilities
Morning: Reception and Administrative Support

• Greet and assist clients, visitors, and staff professionally.
• Manage phone calls, emails, and inquiries efficiently.
• Perform general administrative tasks to support office operations.
• Social Media Management for companies.
• Stock Control.
• CV Typing.
• Scheduling Appointments.

 
Afternoon: Childcare and Development

• Supervise and monitor the child at all times, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks.
• Assist the child with hygiene practices and, where applicable, diaper changes.
• Develop and maintain structured routines to include physical activity, rest, and playtime.
• Drive the child to and from extracurricular activities as needed.
• Provide regular updates to parents regarding the child’s progress, routines, and developmental milestones.
• Maintain clean and organised spaces for meals, naps, and activities.
• Submit monthly developmental programs and progress reports.

 
Closing Date:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on 14 January 2025, however you will still have the opportunity to submit your CV for this position till 6 February 2025.
 
Please Note:
Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. We value your submission, and we try our utmost best to get back to each applicant. However, should your application be successful, we will be in contact with you. Should you not hear from us within two weeks of application, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We are however recruitment specialists and will keep your details on our database for possible future opportunities.

PoPI Act:
Please note that Marvel Placement Consultants adhere to the POPI Act (Act No. 4 of 2013: Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013). Section 9 of PoPI states that “Personal Information may only be processed if, given the purpose for which it is processed, it is adequate, relevant and not excessive”.

 

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