Senior Early Years Leader: Mentor & Curriculum, Stellenbosch

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Early Years Practitioner for a prestigious educational facility in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The role centers on nurturing holistic development, delivering quality early years education, and mentoring junior staff to uphold curriculum excellence.

The ideal candidate holds an Early Childhood Education qualification (NQF 4/5 or Diploma) with at least four years' experience, strong EYFS knowledge, and a commitment to safeguarding. References are required.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Early Childhood Education (NQF 4/5 or Diploma).
• Minimum 4 years’ progressive experience with young children in early years.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS or equivalent curriculum.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Leadership and team collaboration skills.
• First Aid certification desirable.
• References available on request.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early years education following curriculum guidelines.
• Plan engaging learning experiences for individual needs.
• Observe, assess and record children’s progress with feedback.
• Ensure safety, health and well-being of all children.
• Create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Mentor junior practitioners and volunteers.
• Communicate with parents about development and activities.
• Contribute to program and policy improvements.

Education

Early Childhood Education (NQF 4/5 or Diploma)

Leadership & mentoring

Strong communication

Safeguarding

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Early Years Practitioner for a prestigious educational facility in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The role centers on nurturing holistic development, delivering quality early years education, and mentoring junior staff to uphold curriculum excellence.

The ideal candidate holds an Early Childhood Education qualification (NQF 4/5 or Diploma) with at least four years' experience, strong EYFS knowledge, and a commitment to safeguarding. References are required.