On-site Childcare Center Operations Leader — Growth & Impact

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership opportunity

Collaborative team

Professional development

Community impact

Established organization

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, seeks a seasoned Childcare Center Operations Manager to run daily operations with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. You will lead staff, manage budgets, ensure licensing compliance, and foster strong relationships with parents and local authorities.

The role is on-site, requiring hands-on leadership, meticulous administrative oversight, and a passion for early childhood education to support a thriving community center and its children.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a management or supervisory role in childcare.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strong understanding of childcare regulations and licensing standards.
• Excellent financial management and budgeting skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Must be physically present at the center during operating hours.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the childcare center.
• Supervise, train, and mentor staff.
• Oversee admissions, enrollment, and parent communication.
• Develop and manage the center's budget.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and licensing.
• Maintain facility safety, cleanliness, and functionality.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Manage inventory and resource allocation.
• Serve as primary contact for parents.
• Liaise with external agencies and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Team management

Regulatory knowledge

Administrative software

Time management

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Early Childhood Education

Business Administration

Related field degree

Tools

Record-keeping software

Administrative software

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, seeks a seasoned Childcare Center Operations Manager to run daily operations with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. You will lead staff, manage budgets, ensure licensing compliance, and foster strong relationships with parents and local authorities.

The role is on-site, requiring hands-on leadership, meticulous administrative oversight, and a passion for early childhood education to support a thriving community center and its children.