Executive Childcare Centre Manager: Lead, Develop & Impact

Placements24; Lenasia; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary/bonus

Benefits package

Paid time off

Professional development

Autonomy & impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Childcare Centre Manager to lead a prestigious facility in Soweto. The role involves overseeing staff, program development, financial oversight, and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for children.

You will drive center success while upholding the highest childcare and education standards. The ideal candidate has extensive leadership experience in a childcare setting, with deep knowledge of developmental frameworks and regulatory requirements, and a

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Early Childhood Education, Business Management, or a related field is required.
• Extensive experience in childcare management or a senior leadership role within an early years setting is preferred.
• Solid knowledge of early childhood development, curriculum frameworks, and regulatory requirements is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct all daily operations of the childcare centre, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Lead, recruit, train, and supervise centre staff, fostering a positive and professional team culture.
• Develop and implement high-quality educational programs meeting developmental needs of children.
• Oversee budgeting, fee collection, and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

ECE/Business mgmt degree

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Childcare Centre Manager to lead a prestigious facility in Soweto. The role involves overseeing staff, program development, financial oversight, and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for children.

You will drive center success while upholding the highest childcare and education standards. The ideal candidate has extensive leadership experience in a childcare setting, with deep knowledge of developmental frameworks and regulatory requirements, and a