Summary: Colourbox Early Learning Hub is looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Childcare Practitioner / Early Years Assistant to join our growing ear...

Job Details

  • Deadline: Not specified
  • Company: MyJobMag Nigeria
  • Location: Kenya

Job Description

Colourbox Early Learning Hub is looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Childcare Practitioner / Early Years Assistant to join our growing early years team in Opebi, Ikeja.

We welcome applications from experienced childminders, nannies, nursery practitioners, creche workers and childcare assistants who have a genuine passion for caring for and supporting young children aged 0–5 years.

The Role

Working as part of our early years team, you will support the

Room Leader

in providing a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, play and develop.

You will be expected to

  • Support the Room Leader with the daily running of the room and planned activities.
  • Provide warm, responsive and attentive care to children throughout the day.
  • Support children's learning, play, routines and development.
  • Assist with feeding, nappy changing, toileting, sleep routines and personal care as appropriate.
  • Help prepare learning resources and maintain an organised, welcoming learning environment.
  • Support children with positive behaviour, independence and self-help skills.
  • Observe children's interests and contribute to their learning and development.

Maintain high standards of

hygiene, cleanliness and organisation

within the children's areas and throughout daily routines.

  • Ensure toys, resources, equipment and children's spaces are kept clean, safe and ready for use.
  • Work closely with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the room.
  • Follow Colourbox policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety and child protection.
  • Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

About You

We are looking for someone who is

  • Passionate about working with babies and young children.
  • Caring, patient, warm and nurturing.
  • Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team.
  • Comfortable supporting children with all aspects of their daily care and routines.
  • Proactive and willing to assist wherever needed in the room.
  • Able to follow instructions while also using their own initiative.
  • Committed to maintaining a high standard of hygiene, safety and care.

Previous experience as a

nanny, childminder, nursery practitioner, creche worker or childcare assistant

is highly desirable.

An Early Years, Childcare, NCE or related qualification is an advantage but

experience will also be considered

.

What We Offer

  • A supportive and friendly working environment.
  • The opportunity to work within a professional early years setting.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • The opportunity to develop your childcare skills and progress within the Colourbox team.
  • A role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of young children

Working Hours

Monday–Friday, 7:30am–6:00pm

Start Date

Immediate / As soon as possible

How to Apply

Apply by email: services@myjobmag.com

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