Nanny (Early Childhood Educator)

Job description

Job Title: Nanny (Early Childhood Educator)
Job Location: (Woodlands, Lusaka)
Company Name: (PJ’s Dad)
Qualification & Experience Required: ECE (Early Childhood  Education) qualification is a strong advantage; other teaching certificates (primary, nursery, etc.) will also be considered
How To Apply: (chewe27@hotmail.com)
Closing Date: (e.g. 30th April, 2026)

About the Role

We are a family based in Woodlands looking for a warm, attentive, and intellectually engaged nanny to care for our 1-year-old son during the day. This is not just a childminding role — we are looking for someone who genuinely understands child development and takes an active interest in helping our son learn, grow, and thrive during his most formative years.

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Key Responsibilities

Provide safe, attentive, and nurturing care throughout the day

Engage the child in age-appropriate developmental activities — reading, singing, sensory play, outdoor play, and creative activities

Maintain a consistent daily routine (feeding, nap times, play, bath)

Support early language development through constant, quality interaction — narrating, naming, and conversing

Prepare and serve simple, healthy meals and snacks

Keep the child’s space clean and organised

Communicate daily updates to parents on the child’s mood, milestones, and activities

Accompany the child on outdoor walks and activities as needed

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience caring for infants/toddlers (ages 0–2)

Strong, confident English communication skills — both spoken and written

ECE (Early Childhood Education) qualification is a strong advantage; other teaching certificates (primary, nursery, etc.) will also be considered

Lives in or near Woodlands or surrounding areas)

Must be able to provide 2–3 contactable references from previous employers

Must be punctual, reliable, and trustworthy

Must be comfortable with limited personal phone use during working hours

The Ideal Candidate

Is patient, nurturing, and energetic

Talks, sings, and reads to children naturally — not someone who defaults to screen time

Understands that a 1-year-old needs constant stimulation and secure attachment

Takes initiative in creating a stimulating environment

Is honest and communicates openly with the family

How to Apply

Send the following to chewe27@hotmail.com

A brief introduction about yourself

Your qualifications and certificates

Your work experience (including ages of children previously cared for)

Your location/area of residence

Contact details of at least 2 references

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. A paid trial period will be required before final hiring.