Executive Director, Child Development Centre — Sandton

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Flagship centre

Strategic autonomy

State-of-the-art facilities

Prestigious organisation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Child Development Centre Director for a premier Sandton facility to lead strategic direction, operations, and quality assurance of the centre.

The role requires 7+ years in leadership within early childhood settings, a Master’s in relevant field, and a passion for excellence in child development and family engagement. This executive position offers significant autonomy and impact.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of leadership and management experience in early childhood settings.
• Expertise in curriculum development, child psychology, and pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for the centre.
• Oversee daily operations including staffing, curriculum, and resources.
• Maintain high standards of child safety, well-being, and education quality.
• Manage budget effectively and ensure financial sustainability.
• Recruit, train, motivate, and manage a high-performing team.
• Build strong relationships with parents, community, and regulators.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Budget management

Curriculum development

Child development

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Educational leadership

Education

Master's in Early Childhood Education

Administration

Leadership training

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Child Development Centre Director for a premier Sandton facility to lead strategic direction, operations, and quality assurance of the centre.

The role requires 7+ years in leadership within early childhood settings, a Master’s in relevant field, and a passion for excellence in child development and family engagement. This executive position offers significant autonomy and impact.