Senior Support Staff (Caregiver)
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Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and caring individual to provide daily care, supervision, and protection for children aged 6 months to 3 years. The successful candidate will ensure a safe, clean, healthy, and stimulating environment while supporting the children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. This role involves close collaboration with parents, educators, and health workers to promote the well-being of each child.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist children with feeding, bathing, toileting, diaper changing, and personal hygiene.
- Organize age-appropriate play, learning, and developmental activities.
- Monitor children's health, growth, behavior, and general well-being.
- Administer basic first aid and promptly report illnesses, injuries, or emergencies.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of childcare facilities, equipment, toys, and bedding.
- Support the implementation of nutrition, health, and child protection programs.
- Keep accurate records on attendance, feeding schedules, and children's daily activities.
- Receive and release children only to authorized parents or guardians.
- Promote positive social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development among children.
- Liaise with parents, ECDE teachers, health workers, and other stakeholders on matters affecting children's welfare.
- Ensure compliance with childcare policies, safeguarding standards, and occupational health and safety requirements.
- Assist in the preparation and serving of meals and snacks where applicable.
- Report any cases of neglect, abuse, or child protection concerns through the appropriate channels.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum grade D (plain) or equivalent.
- Certificate in Child Care, Early Childhood Development, Community Health, Nursing Assistant, or a related field from a recognized institution.
- Demonstrated ability to handle infants and young children.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Certificate of Good Conduct.
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