1220.0 - Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) Second Edition, 1997

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Contents >> 02 Structure & Definitions >> 6 Intermediate Clerical, Sales and Service Workers >> 63 Intermediate Service Workers >> 631 Carers and Aides >> 6312 Children's Care Workers >> 6312-11 Child Care Worker

6312-11	Child Care Worker
	Child Care Aide

Provides care and supervision for children in programs such as long day care and occasional care in child care centres, hospitals and educational centres.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate II or higher qualification or at least 1 years relevant experience. Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include:

assists in the preparation of materials and equipment for educational or recreational activities
manages children's behaviour and guides children's social development
supervises sleep and rest periods;
serves meals and snacks to children and may assist in meal preparation
assists children with daily routines such as toileting, dressing, eating and sleeping
organises and supervises activity programs according to the age, needs and capacities of individual children
may observe and record the growth, behaviour and development of babies and children and discuss their progress with parents
may take children on outings

Specialisations:
Children's Nursery Assistant
Creche Attendant