Childcare Centre Supervisor

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Leadership training

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl seeks an experienced Childcare Centre Supervisor to lead daily operations and ensure high-quality services in a nurturing, safe environment.

You will oversee staff, implement policies, manage budgets, and maintain compliance with health and licensing regulations while fostering a positive culture and strong relationships with families.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in childcare management or early childhood development.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within a childcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of childcare regulations, policies, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the childcare centre, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of childcare practitioners, fostering professional growth and performance.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and licensing regulations, maintaining a secure environment for children.
• Develop and implement childcare programs and policies that meet educational and developmental standards.
• Manage parent communications, addressing concerns and building strong relationships with families.
• Coordinate staff schedules, training, and professional development initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Budgeting

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Childcare Management / Early Childhood Development

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent childcare facility in Paarl , is seeking an experienced and dedicated Childcare Centre Supervisor to lead their team and oversee daily operations. This leadership role involves ensuring the delivery of high-quality childcare services, managing staff, implementing policies, and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for children. You will be instrumental in fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. This is a key opportunity to contribute to early childhood development within the beautiful Western Cape , leading a team committed to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the childcare centre, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of childcare practitioners, fostering professional growth and performance.
• Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and licensing regulations, maintaining a secure environment for children.
• Develop and implement childcare programs and policies that meet educational and developmental standards.
• Manage parent communications, addressing concerns and building strong relationships with families.
• Coordinate staff schedules, training, and professional development initiatives.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Childcare Management , Early Childhood Development, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within a childcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of childcare regulations, policies, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, staff, and operational tasks effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary and potential performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and leadership training.
• A supportive management structure and collaborative team environment.
• Contribution towards operational budgets and resource management.