Position Purpose:

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Daycare Manager to lead our Daycare Centre. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Daycare, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children, and managing a team of diverse staff members.

Key Accountabilities:

Child Care and Development

• Ensure a high-quality, child-centred program that promotes child development.
• Develop and implement activities that meet the needs of children of diverse age groups staying sensitive to their needs and are inclusive of all children.

Leadership and Management:

• Provide leadership and guidance to staff members.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and resources.

Staff Development & Training:

• Foster a positive, supportive and empathetic work environment for the Daycare staff.
• Recruit, train and supervise staff members.
• Evaluate staff performance and provide feedback and coaching.

Health and Safety:

• Ensure a safe and healthy environment for children and staff.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Maintain compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Parental Engagement & Communication:

• Foster positive and professional relationships and engagement with parents on their child’s development and well-being.
• Manage the daycare communication channels, including the daycare website, to ensure effective engagement and communication with parents.

Operational Management:

• Ensure seamless operations in compliance with safety regulations maintaining high standards of childcare practices and institutional policies.
• Communicate with relevant departments for procurement, maintenance, installations, and upgrades, ensuring a safe and well-equipped daycare facility.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Hands-on experience with children in various settings.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with children, parents, and staff.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.