ECD Teaching Assistant

• The incumbent ECD Teacher Assistant supports the Grade RR and Grade R Educator in preparing young learners for formal schooling by assisting with daily classroom activities, learner supervision, and the preparation of teaching materials. The Teacher Assistant supports the educator in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where learners are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop foundational skills through play-based learning and structured activities. The ideal Teacher Assistant must demonstrate patience, enthusiasm, and a genuine love for working with young children, while supporting their healthy physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Key Responsibilities:
REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS

• Basic understanding of Early Childhood Development principles.
• Ability to support teaching and learning activities in the classroom.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work effectively with young learners and as part of a team with educators and other staff members.
• Ability to support classroom preparation, daily activities and learner supervision.
• Trilingual (English, Afrikaans, and isiXhosa) will be advantageous.
• Skills required include listening, organisation, planning, professionalism, time management, basic computer skills, creativity, teamwork and collaboration.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the educator in implementing daily classroom activities and learning programmes.
• Support learners during play-based learning activities, group work, and structured classroom tasks.
• Prepare and organise learning materials, teaching aids, and classroom resources.
• Supervise learners during classroom activities and outdoor play sessions.
• Support early literacy, numeracy, and developmental activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour and support classroom management routines.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised classroom environment.
• Support learners with personal care routines, including toileting, feeding, and hygiene where necessary.
• Monitor learners’ development, behaviour, and wellbeing.
• Assist with record keeping, attendance registers and classroom documentation.
• Work collaboratively with the educator and other ECD staff members.
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and workshops where required.
• Adhere to all school policies, procedures, and safeguarding regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the educator or school leadership.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Minimum qualification: Preferably be studying towards a teaching diploma , degree or ECD qualification.
• Certificate in Early Childhood Development will be advantageous
• Experience working with young children in an ECD environment.
• Previous experience as a Teacher Assistant or childcare worker will be advantageous.

Application Process: Closing Date for Applications is 30th October 2026

Please send your CV, a cover letter and evidence of your credentials to The Principal at recruit@sa.christelhouse.org. Ensure the subject linereads “ECD Teaching Assistant ”.