Care Giver

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• The incumbent is responsible for overall child’s wellbeing, comfort, and development by supporting daily routines, mobility, communication, and social interaction. The role is ideal for someone passionate about making a meaningful difference in a child’s life through integration of acceptable teaching methodologies into the caregiving role.

Field of duties and responsibilities

• Engage in teaching academic development of the children in line with CBC/CBE requirements.
• Responsible for child confidence, communication and general comprehension skills
• Ensure safe handling of chemicals and other equipment during practical sessions.
• Responsible for child care and welfare
• Liaise with parents, teachers, health workers, and authorized stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with childcare policies, safeguarding standards, and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Monitor children’s health, growth, behavior, and general well-being.
• Administer basic first aid and promptly report illnesses, injuries
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of childcare facilities, equipment and clothing.
• Support implementation of nutrition, health, and child protection programmes.
• Keep records on attendance, feeding schedules, and children’s daily activities.
• Promote positive social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of children.
• Schedule and assist in preparation and serving of meals and snacks where applicable.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications and key Competencies

• Diploma in child care, Early Childhood Development or related field from a recognized institution
• Certificate/Diploma in CBC/E training/experience an added advantage
• Demonstrated ability to handle infants and children below 18 years
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Certificate of good conduct.
• Any additional skill will be an added advantage