Childcare Centre Manager

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Career development

Salary incentives

Growth opportunities

Supportive management team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Childcare Centre Manager to oversee operations at a Pretoria facility. You will lead teaching staff, ensure licensing compliance, manage budgets, and foster a caring, enriching environment for children, parents, and employees.

The role demands strong administrative and interpersonal skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and staff development, to uphold high standards of early childhood education and care.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in childcare management or a similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of early childhood education principles and licensing requirements.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in administrative tasks, budgeting, and reporting.
• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or Business Administration is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily childcare center operations, staffing, scheduling, and resources.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate staff to deliver high-quality service.
• Develop and implement educational programs and policies supporting child development.
• Maintain positive relationships with parents and facilitate effective communication.
• Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Budgeting

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Early childhood knowledge

Education

Early Childhood Education

Business Administration (advantageous)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Childcare Centre Manager to oversee operations at their facility in Pretoria. This leadership position requires a skilled professional to manage daily activities, ensure regulatory compliance, lead the teaching staff, and foster a positive and enriching environment for children, parents, and employees. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of care, implementing educational programs, managing budgets, and ensuring the overall success and reputation of the center. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong administrative and interpersonal skills, dedicated to promoting excellence in early childhood education and care.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of daily childcare center operations, including staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate childcare staff to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Develop and implement engaging educational programs and policies that support child development.
• Maintain positive relationships with parents, addressing concerns and facilitating effective communication.
• Oversee budget management, financial reporting, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Proven experience in childcare management or a similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of early childhood education principles and licensing requirements.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in administrative tasks, budgeting, and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or Business Administration is advantageous.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• A dynamic and supportive management team.
• Contribute to the growth and success of a reputable childcare provider.