Childcare Support Worker (Nursery)
こそだてしえんいん（ほいくしょ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that assists childcare workers at nurseries by supervising children's daily lives and play, preparing the childcare environment, and supporting children's healthy growth.
Description
Childcare Support Workers (Nurseries) work under the guidance of childcare workers, assisting with infants' and toddlers' play and meals, personal care, facility cleaning and hygiene management, and parent interactions. They pay close attention to each child's development and health, supporting the creation of a safe and reassuring environment. They may also handle preparations for facility events, organizing teaching materials, and simple record-keeping. They collaborate as a team to carry out tasks, growing by acquiring specialized knowledge and skills.
Future Outlook
With increasing numbers of children accepted at nurseries and measures to eliminate childcare waiting lists, demand for childcare support staff remains stably high. The expanding role of regional child-rearing support calls for diverse work styles.
Personality Traits
Cheerful Personality / Compassionate / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Childcare Assistant → Childcare Support Worker → Childcare Worker → Lead Childcare Worker → Nursery Director → Regional Child-Rearing Support Center Staff
Required Skills
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation / Child Observation / Childcare Knowledge / Environment Preparation / Hygiene Management
Recommended Skills
Childcare Support Worker Qualification / Childcare Worker Qualification / Kindergarten Teacher License / Recreation Planning
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because flexible responses to changes in children's situations or environments are necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to ensure children's safety and notice subtle changes. |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth communication with children, parents, and staff is necessary. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for holding children, event preparations, and similar tasks. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because tasks are performed in collaboration with childcare workers and other staff. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex numerical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Basic Life Support Training
- Childcare Support Worker Qualification
- Childcare Worker
- Kindergarten Teacher License
Aliases
- Child-Rearing Supporter
- Childcare Assistance
- Childcare Assistant
Related Jobs
- After-school Childcare Instructor
- Childcare Worker
- Kindergarten Teacher