Lead Childcare Facilitator

Placements24; Durban; Hybride; ZAR 420 000 - 620 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development allowances

Performance incentives

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Durban is seeking an experienced Lead Childcare Facilitator to guide our program in a hybrid capacity. You will oversee daily operations, mentor staff, and ensure delivery of high-quality childcare that supports holistic development.

The role includes curriculum development, staff training, and active parent engagement within a supportive structure that allows for remote administrative work.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of childcare experience with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of child development theories and best practices in early years education.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with curriculum development and program management.
• Ability to balance on-site and remote administrative responsibilities effectively.

Responsabilités

• Lead and supervise a team of childcare professionals, providing guidance and support.
• Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate curricula and learning activities.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for children.
• Conduct regular staff training and performance evaluations.
• Build strong relationships with parents, communicating progress and addressing concerns.
• Manage administrative tasks, including scheduling and record-keeping, potentially remotely.

Connaissances

Leadership

Curriculum development

Staff training

Communication

Early childhood education

Formation

Degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and inspiring Lead Childcare Facilitator to guide their program in Durban. In this hybrid role, you will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, mentoring staff, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional childcare services that promote children's holistic development. You will play a key role in curriculum development, staff training, and parent engagement, contributing to a vibrant and nurturing atmosphere. This position offers the chance to shape the childcare experience for many children and families, working within a supportive structure that values innovation and professional growth, while also allowing for a degree of remote administrative work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of childcare professionals, providing guidance and support.
• Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate curricula and learning activities.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for children.
• Conduct regular staff training and performance evaluations.
• Build strong relationships with parents, communicating progress and addressing concerns.
• Manage administrative tasks, including scheduling and record-keeping, potentially remotely.

Requirements

• Relevant degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in childcare, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of child development theories and best practices in early years education.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with curriculum development and program management.
• Ability to balance on-site and remote administrative responsibilities effectively.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Professional development allowances and opportunities for further education.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• A collaborative and growth-oriented work culture.