Childcare Program Supervisor — Lead Early Education Team

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Health benefits

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, seeks a motivated Childcare Program Supervisor to oversee daily activities, support educators, and ensure safe, high-quality early childhood programs for young children. The role emphasizes curriculum implementation, staff guidance, and strong communication with parents while maintaining health and safety standards.

Candidates should hold a Diploma or Certificate in Early Childhood Education and have at least three years experience in childcare, with

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in childcare; supervisory experience preferred.
• Good understanding of child development principles.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team of educators.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards in childcare.
• Patience and genuine affinity for working with children.
• Ability to follow instructions and implement program guidelines.
• Basic computer literacy for administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities and programs within the childcare center.
• Assist in implementation and enhancement of curricula for various age groups.
• Provide guidance and support to childcare practitioners and assistants.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Monitor children's well-being and development; document observations as needed.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding activities and progress.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and assist with ordering.
• Conduct regular check-ins with staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Organize and facilitate age-appropriate activities and events.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive team environment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Early childhood development

Organizational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Basic computer literacy

Education

Diploma or Certificate in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, seeks a motivated Childcare Program Supervisor to oversee daily activities, support educators, and ensure safe, high-quality early childhood programs for young children. The role emphasizes curriculum implementation, staff guidance, and strong communication with parents while maintaining health and safety standards.

Candidates should hold a Diploma or Certificate in Early Childhood Education and have at least three years experience in childcare, with