Childcare Centre Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

Leadership training

Supportive management

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Childcare Centre Supervisor in Polokwane to oversee daily operations, lead the educational team, and ensure high-quality childcare in a safe, stimulating environment.

You will mentor staff, implement curricula, communicate with parents, and uphold the center's educational philosophy and standards while managing scheduling, resources and reporting to support smooth center operations.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Development or Management.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within a childcare setting.
• Strong understanding of childcare regulations, curriculum development, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff and operations effectively.
• Passion for early childhood education and commitment to child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily operations of the childcare center, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of childcare educators, fostering a positive and professional work environment.
• Oversee curriculum implementation and ensure the delivery of high-quality early learning programs.
• Manage parent communication and engagement, addressing concerns and building strong relationships.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in the center's care.
• Handle administrative tasks, including staff scheduling, resource management, and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Curriculum development

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Development

Management qualification (advantage)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Childcare Centre Supervisor to oversee daily operations and lead the educational team at their facility in Polokwane . This leadership role is crucial for ensuring the provision of high-quality childcare services, maintaining a safe and stimulating environment for children, and supporting staff development. You will play a pivotal part in upholding the center's educational philosophy and standards, fostering positive relationships with parents, and managing the overall smooth running of the center. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to take on a leadership role in early childhood education.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily operations of the childcare center, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of childcare educators, fostering a positive and professional work environment.
• Oversee curriculum implementation and ensure the delivery of high-quality early learning programs.
• Manage parent communication and engagement, addressing concerns and building strong relationships.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in the center's care.
• Handle administrative tasks, including staff scheduling, resource management, and reporting.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Development or Management.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within a childcare setting.
• Strong understanding of childcare regulations, curriculum development, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff and operations effectively.
• Passion for early childhood education and commitment to child welfare.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead and shape a childcare center in Polokwane .
• Professional development and leadership training.
• Supportive management structure and collaborative team.
• Positive impact on the community through quality childcare services.