Job description

As an Infant Childminder based at your own home, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care for infants in our program. You will be responsible for ensuring the safety, well-being, and development of each infant under your supervision. This position requires a nurturing and attentive individual who is passionate about working with young children.

Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive and nurturing care in a home-based setting.
• Create a safe and stimulating environment that promotes the physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development of each infant.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including proper hygiene practices and safe sleep guidelines.
• Engage infants in age-appropriate activities to encourage sensory exploration, language development, and motor skills.
• Maintain open communication with parents regarding their child's daily activities, feeding, and sleeping routines.
• Respond promptly to the needs of each infant, including feeding, diapering, and comforting as required.

Basic Criteria

1) Medically fit to care for at most 3 children.

2) Preferably with experience in caring for children aged between 0-3 years old for the last 2 years.

3) Has a child-safe environment.

4) Not engaged in any other employment, except for home-based employment. Suitable for active stay-at-home mothers.

5) Min "O" level or secondary school qualifications.

6) Those with infant care certification and child first aid certification are highly preferred.

7) Infant Childminders (ICMs) are required to complete the following course before taking in any placements:

• Child First Aid Course
• Food Safety Course
• Basic Infant Care Course ( for those who does not have any Infant Care certificate )

Schedule: Day Shift (Monday to Friday)

Timing: 8.00am - 6.00pm

Work Location: Hougang