ECD Principal: Growth Leader & Operations

Smartstuff Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

Leadership development

Job summary

Smartstuff Solutions in Johannesburg seeks a capable leader to head a private nursery school, overseeing enrollment growth, staff development, and daily operations. You will implement initiatives to improve community outreach and partnerships with nearby primary schools.

The role requires 5+ years in ECD or management, excellent communication, planning, and mentorship, plus experience coordinating events, reports, and software tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in early childhood education or management.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor staff effectively.
• Proficiency in event planning and administrative software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR functions, including staff mentoring, employment, disciplinary procedures, and training.
• Handle daily operations such as security, stock management, equipment maintenance, staffing, and problem-solving.
• Maintain clear and positive communication with parents, staff, and service providers, including organizing events and preparing reports.
• Manage kitchen operations, ensuring food availability, purchasing, and compliance with health and safety standards.
• Fulfill administrative responsibilities such as report checking, rostering, event planning, termly newsletters and using various software tools.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Staff leadership

Event planning

Admin software

Job description

Smartstuff Solutions in Johannesburg seeks a capable leader to head a private nursery school, overseeing enrollment growth, staff development, and daily operations. You will implement initiatives to improve community outreach and partnerships with nearby primary schools.

The role requires 5+ years in ECD or management, excellent communication, planning, and mentorship, plus experience coordinating events, reports, and software tools.