Certified First Aider
Thembeka
Tiny S
Caregiver
Date Of Birth: Nov 24, 1991
City: Bothasig, Cape Town
Languages: English, Xhosa, Zulu, Afrikaans
Hobbies: Playing Netball
Personality Type: Listener: soft-hearted, patient, and quiet
What makes you a good caregiver and childminder?
“Taking care of others requires compassion and patience. Aside from those two qualities, I am also capable of handling challenging situations well. Communication with my patients, children included, is essential, as everyone's needs are different and I'm confident in what I'm capable of.”
Your best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good.
“My best days at work were at Netcare N1, where I saw the positive impact I had on those who needed help.”
What makes you most excited about working with seniors and children?
“Having the opportunity to work with them every day will allow you to learn a lot about a wide range of topics, and you will establish long-term friendships with many of them as you get to understand who they are. My exposure to working children excites me as we get to watch them grow, which is truly rewarding.”
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a Caregiver and childminder?
“I have gained experience in Dementia Care, Physically Disabled Care, Mentally Disabled Care, Disabled Care for Children, Vital Signs, Catheter Care, Pressure Care, Palliative Care, PEG Feeding, and CPR Training.”
What is something special/unique about you that not many people might know or that might surprise them?
“Though my personality is quite different from that of an introvert, it is easy for people to mistake me for one. Be it professionally or personally, I always strive to better myself.”
What personal values are most important to you?
“Being humbled and trustworthy”
Ruwayda
Busisiwe N
Nontobeko
Zintle
Bongiwe M
Andisiwe M
Celine
Fazloen
Yonela A
Natasha
Date Of Birth: May 29, 1987
City: Macassar Village, Cape Town
Languages: English & Afrikaans
Hobbies: Music, dancing & family time
Tell us more about yourself and why you have decided to pursue a career in Early Childhood Development:
"I am a mother to one awesome son. Working with kids is something I enjoy doing. It all began when I was a young adolescent and used to look after my younger siblings. Simple things in life bring joy to small children. There is continuous personal growth in yourself while working with young children. It's a really fulfilling job, especially when you can see how you actually impact children's lives for the better.“
What is - from your point of view - the typical role and responsibilities of a childcare provider in an early childhood development field?
”A childcare provider must have patience, offer love, acceptance, appreciation, encouragement and guidance, while also supervising children to ensure their safety at all times.”
What makes you excited to work with children?
”To become familiar with each child's unique personality. Each child is different, having their own mannerisms and emotions and to be able to promote confidence and independence in each unique child is a feeling no one can describe.”
What is your main field of study?
“CareChamp College Early Childhood Development Practitioner (NQF4) - Graduation: 2024.”
Akhona
Shareeka
Date Of Birth: 29 March 1992
City: Delft, Cape Town
Languages: English, Afrikaans
Hobbies: Listening to music , swimming, cooking and trying new recipes, doing outside activities like playing sporty games with the kids.
Reviews received from clients
What makes you a good caregiver and child minder?
“ What makes me a good caregiver is that I always put others needs and well being first. I’m honest, trustworthy and always willing to go the extra mile. As a child minder, I excel in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to thrive in.’’
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
“I am comfortable working with Alzheimer’s patients, stroke, disabled, palliative care and child care. As a child minder, I feel most qualified in several key skill areas: such as safety :safety and well-being of the children under my care are my top priorities. I maintain a safe environment by implementing safety protocols, supervising activities closely, and proactively addressing any potential hazards”
What makes you most excited about working with seniors and children?
“I enjoy working with seniors because it brings me joy to be able to make a difference in their everyday lives when they are unable to and to put a smile on their face.
As a childminder, I find joy in engaging with children and experiencing their sense of wonder as they discover new things.”
What’s the most interesting thing about you that we don’t know from your resume?
“The most interesting thing about me is that I love singing. Its my second nature. I believe music calms the soul.”
What personal values are most important to you?
“Respecting yourself. Being honest at all cost and accepting yourself for who you truly are.”
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Bathandazile
Date Of Birth: 10 January 1994
City: Tongaat, Durban
Languages: English, Xhosa and Zulu
Hobbies: Reading and Cooking (trying out new recipes)
What makes you a good caregiver?
“ I'm a very patient and honest person, I do believe those qualities are the most important as we are dealing with seniors and it does get challenging at times but remaining patient at all times is rewarding ..”
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver?
“I am comfortable in Frail Care, Dementia Care, Disability care, Wound Care Monitoring, Checking vitals signs, Medication reminders, Stroke Care, Diabetic Care, Post-Operative Care, Passive Excercising.
What makes you most excited about working with seniors?
“Working with older adults has taught me sympathy and empathy. I do not only embody these when working with seniors only but with everyone I come across. I can easily navigate the challenges that life throws at me as seniors do provide good advice and they build good friendships regardless of age .”
What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?
“I was able to assist the family of my client with funeral arrangements as they were going through the most with grief, it was sad but I managed to organize everything and ensured I prepare a good send off. I was proud that I could do that for my client whom I loved and respected dearly.’’
Judy M
Thembakazi
Date Of Birth: March 21, 1988
City: Kwa Zakhele, Port Elizabeth
Languages: English & Xhosa
Hobbies: Reading and Singing
What makes you a good caregiver and childminder?
“ I think patience and compassion are essential. This job requires a lot of tolerance for challenging situations, and good communication and a positive attitude also go a long way. Mostly it needs endurance and physical ability to support patients with certain tasks. I have all that and more.’
In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a caregiver and childminder?
” Over the years working in frail care facilities, Nurture Health Aurora | Rehabilitation Facility, and private clients through CareChamp, I have gained the necessary experience in assisting with general Frail Care, Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Post-Operative Care, Physical Disability Care, Assessing Basic Vital Signs, Basic Catheter Care, Stoma Care, PEG insertion and feeding, Stroke Care, Diabetic Care, Pressure Care, Wound Care Monitoring, Transferring assistance, and Basic Oxygen Therapy assistance as well as childcare.”
What makes you most excited about working with seniors and children?
"Caring for individuals of all ages—seniors, children, and those recovering or with disabilities—builds compassion, patience, and adaptability. Supporting their daily needs fosters gratitude and fulfillment, making this a truly rewarding experience."
What was the best day at work you’ve ever had and what made it so good?
” I was introduced to a patient who had a stroke so she couldn't do anything, I changed her diet plan, and she started looking healthy and recovering she would wake me up every morning excited about doing exercises to improve her life and well-being. That made me realize I'm not just doing this because of employment I was born to look after seniors. ”
What personal values are most important to you?
" My core values are compassion, dedication, and family. I believe in treating every individual with empathy and respect, ensuring they feel supported and valued. My experience at Aurora Hospital has reinforced the importance of patience, trust, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of those I care for."