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Child Care / Day Care Worker

Average Early-Career Child Care / Day Care Worker with Activities for Children Skills Hourly Pay in South Africa

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R18.09
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 5.15
MEDIAN
ZAR 18.09
90%
ZAR 48.48

The average hourly pay for a Child Care / Day Care Worker is R18.09 in 2025

Hourly Rate
R5 - R48
Bonus
R350 - R3k
Total Pay
R17k - R72k
Based on 20 salary profiles (last updated Aug 30 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Child Care / Day Care Worker

None
100%

Gender Breakdown for Child Care / Day Care Workers

Female
81.8%
Male
18.2%
This data is based on 11 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Child Care / Day Care Workers

What is the highest pay for Child Care / Day Care Workers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Child Care / Day Care Worker is ZAR 48.48 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Child Care / Day Care Workers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Child Care / Day Care Worker is ZAR 5.15 / hour

How can Child Care / Day Care Workers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Child Care / Day Care Worker is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Child Care / Day Care Worker that oversees more junior Child Care / Day Care Workers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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