General Description
CHILD CARERS provide care and supervision for children in residential homes and non-residential childcare centres.
Indicative Skill Level
ANZSCO Skill Level: 3、4
In Australia the majority of occupations in this unit group have:
- AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
In New Zealand the majority of occupations in this unit group have:
- NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
The occupation Family Day Care Worker in this unit group has a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
- AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
In New Zealand:
- NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
The occupation Nanny in this unit group has a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
- AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
In New Zealand:
- NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Task Information
- assisting in the preparation of materials and equipment for children\'s education and recreational activities
- managing children\'s behaviour and guiding children\'s social development
- preparing and conducting activities for children
- entertaining children by reading and playing games
- supervising children in recreational activities
- supervising the daily routine of children
- supervising the hygiene of children
Occupations in this group:
（1）421111 CHILD CARE WORKER
Alternative Title: Child Care Aide
Provides care and supervision for children in programs, such as long day care and occasional care, in childcare centres, hospitals and educational centres. Registration or licensing may be required.
Specialisations: Child Care Group Leader (Aus) (Skill Level 2)、Children\'s Nursery Assistant、Creche Attendant、Early Childhood Worker
（2）421112 FAMILY DAY CARE WORKER
Alternative Title: Family Day Carer
Provides care and supervision for babies and children, usually in the carer\'s own home and under local government or community-based schemes. Registration or licensing may be required.
（3）421113 NANNY
Assists parents in the provision of ongoing care and supervision for babies and children, usually in the child\'s home.
（4）421114 OUT OF SCHOOL HOURS CARE WORKER
Provides care for school age children in an out of school hours care program. Registration or licensing may be required.