Senior Early Years Educator — Hybrid Play-Based Leader

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Standard employment benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Early Years Educator for a prestigious early learning center in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The hybrid role combines on-site direct engagement with remote administrative planning tasks, supporting children aged 3 months to 5 years and guiding a team of practitioners.

You will lead play-based learning, mentor staff, observe and document progress, and build strong home-school partnerships.

Qualifications

• Recognized qualification in Early Childhood Education (Diploma/ Degree).
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in early years education, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership capacity.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire a team of educators.
• Experience with hybrid work models and remote collaboration tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences aligned with the early years foundation stage curriculum.
• Lead and mentor a team of early years practitioners, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Conduct regular observations and assessments of children's progress, documenting learning journeys.
• Develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with parents and families, promoting home-school partnerships.
• Manage specific administrative tasks remotely, including curriculum planning, resource management, and staff scheduling support.
• Ensure the safety, health, and well-being of all children in attendance.
• Uphold the center's standards and philosophy, promoting best practices in early childhood education.
• Identify children's individual needs and provide tailored support and interventions.
• Participate in professional development activities and contribute to the center's continuous improvement.
• Maintain a stimulating and organized learning environment, both physically and virtually through digital resources.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Education

Diploma/Degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Remote collaboration tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Early Years Educator for a prestigious early learning center in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The hybrid role combines on-site direct engagement with remote administrative planning tasks, supporting children aged 3 months to 5 years and guiding a team of practitioners.

You will lead play-based learning, mentor staff, observe and document progress, and build strong home-school partnerships.