Centre Principal (Tampines St 43)

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking a Centre Principal in Singapore to lead a ~12‑person team and ensure viable enrolment and high-quality operations in a centre with mid-2-digit capacity. You will oversee daily programmes, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder communication while fostering a culture of care and learning.

The role emphasizes curriculum leadership, staff mentoring, and maintaining top safety and hygiene standards within the Centre.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education - Leadership (DECCE-L).
• Degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in a leadership role in a childcare setting.
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration.
• Proficiency in English; conversational Mandarin is preferred (reading/writing Chinese is a plus).
• Valid child first aid certificate recognized by ECDA.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Centre operations and daily routines to ensure smooth delivery of programmes.
• Liaise with regulators and authorities (MSF, ECDA) for compliance.
• Ensure children’s safety is the top priority.
• Lead curriculum delivery and staff development; mentor the team.
• Maintain high standards of environment and hygiene; uphold Centre mission and values.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

English Proficiency

Mandarin Proficiency

Team Player

Multi-tasking

First Aid

Education

DECCE-L

Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

As Centre Principal, you will be responsible for the Centre’s viability and optimal enrolment of children with a team of ~12 staff, efficiency of all daily operations of an infant and child care centre, in full compliance with relevant legislations, industry guidelines, company policies and procedures. The Centre is a small-sized centre with a total capacity of a mid 2-digits figure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operations of the Centre and ensure that the daily routines and progammes are carried out smoothly

• Liaise withMSF, ECDA,and other authorities concerning matters related to the Centre's operations in accordance with regulatory requirements

• Ensure safety of children is the top priority

• Organize events such excursions, workshops, open house, concerts etc.

• Establish and maintain a collaborative relationship and open communication with parents and key stakeholders

• Lead in developing strategic plans and structures to foster a culture of care and trust, mentoring, collaborative professionalism, and continuous learning within the Centre

• Ensure oversight and quality delivery of the Centre’s curriculum

• Mentor, support, and coach the staff team and grow them through effective leadership in all areas, including but not limited to curriculum leadership and pedagogical leadership

• Ensure the centre's environment and hygiene are of the highest standards

• Lead in integrating and upholding the Centre’s mission, vision, and core values within centre-wide curricula and programmes

• Work closely with management and the rest of the teaching and non-teaching team to ensure staff well-being and morale

Requirements

• Possess a Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education - Leadership (DECCE-L)

• Preferably possess a Degree in Early Childhood Education from a renowned institution

• Minimum 2 years in a leadership role in a childcare setting

• Team player with excellent communication skills

• Highly proficient in English (written and spoken) and minimally able to engage in conversational Mandarin (preferably also able to read and write in Chinese) (to liaise with Chinese speaking parents / key stakeholders)

• Possess excellent written and communication skills

• Independent and self-driven team player with ability to multi‑task

• Valid child first aid certificateas recognized by ECDA