Daycare Center Manager

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Collaborative team environment

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Daycare Center Manager in East London to lead operations, staff, and parent relations, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children.

You will oversee daily operations, compliance, staffing, and budgeting while promoting high-quality early childhood education and collaborative teamwork within the center.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or Business Management.
• Proven experience in daycare or childcare management.
• Strong knowledge of child development and early learning methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in staff management and budget oversight.
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the daycare center, including staffing, scheduling, and facility management.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate daycare staff.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate educational programs and activities.
• Manage parent communications, inquiries, and enrollment processes.
• Maintain financial records, including budgeting and fee collection.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment for staff.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Budget oversight

Communication

Organizational skills

Education knowledge

Education

Early Childhood Education

Business Management

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Daycare Center Manager to lead their facility in East London . You will be responsible for the overall operation of the daycare, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children, while effectively managing staff, operations, and parent relations. This role requires strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of early childhood education principles, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care. Join a dedicated team making a positive impact on young lives in the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the daycare center, including staffing, scheduling, and facility management.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate daycare staff.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate educational programs and activities.
• Manage parent communications, inquiries, and enrollment processes.
• Maintain financial records, including budgeting and fee collection.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment for staff.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education or Business Management.
• Proven experience in daycare or childcare management.
• Strong knowledge of child development and early learning methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in staff management and budget oversight.
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead and shape a thriving daycare center.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive management and collaborative team environment.
• Make a significant contribution to the community in East London.