Childcare Coordinator and Educator

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Leadership growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Centrally located in Pretoria

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a dynamic Childcare Coordinator and Educator to oversee operations and provide direct care in their Pretoria facility. This dual role blends leadership, administration, and hands-on education, directing daily activities, ensuring a safe environment, and supporting caregivers.

This role requires relevant childcare/education qualifications, supervisory experience, and First Aid/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Childcare, Education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated supervisory or management experience in a childcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of child development principles and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of the childcare center, including scheduling and staff supervision.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate educational programs and activities.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain open communication with parents, providing updates on their child's progress and center activities.
• Directly supervise and educate a group of children, fostering their holistic development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Staff supervision

Education

Childcare qualification

Education-related qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and organized Childcare Coordinator and Educator to oversee operations and provide direct care in their facility located in Pretoria . This dual role requires a blend of leadership, administrative skill, and a genuine passion for early childhood development. You will be responsible for managing daily activities, ensuring a safe and enriching environment for children, and supporting a team of caregivers. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional looking to take on more responsibility in a well-established childcare setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of the childcare center, including scheduling and staff supervision.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate educational programs and activities.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain open communication with parents, providing updates on their child's progress and center activities.
• Directly supervise and educate a group of children, fostering their holistic development.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Childcare, Education, or a related field.
• Previous experience in a supervisory or management role within a childcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of child development principles and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for leadership growth and professional development.
• A supportive team environment.
• Centrally located in Pretoria .