Deputy Centre Leader

Company Overview

We are an established preschool operator committed to delivering quality early childhood education through strong leadership, curriculum excellence, and a supportive team environment.

Job Summary

Support the Cluster Leader in managing daily preschool operations, enhancing curriculum standards, mentoring educators, and fostering positive parent and team engagement to drive centre success and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily centre operations to ensure compliance with ECDA requirements and organisational policies
• Support curriculum planning, implementation, and review to improve teaching quality and children’s learning outcomes
• Mentor, coach, and guide educators to enhance their teaching practices and professional growth
• Manage manpower planning, staff deployment, and daily operational arrangements to maintain smooth centre functioning
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional team culture to strengthen staff engagement and performance
• Build and maintain strong relationships with parents to support effective communication and engagement
• Conduct centre meetings, staff discussions, and professional development initiatives to promote continuous learning
• Support enrolment growth by conducting centre tours, handling parent enquiries, and maintaining high service standards
• Monitor centre resources, operational processes, and controllable expenses to ensure efficient centre management
• Maintain SPARK accreditation by implementing quality improvement initiatives aligned with standards
• Provide teaching support by covering duties during teacher absences to ensure uninterrupted learning
• Liaise with Therapists on Early Intervention work to support children’s developmental needs
• Promote and share the organisation’s philosophy in early childhood education

Required competencies and certifications

• Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education or an equivalent recognised qualification
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the preschool sector
• Knowledge of early childhood curriculum, teaching pedagogy, and ECDA regulatory requirements

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Experience or training in Montessori education
• Demonstrated leadership qualities with passion for education
• Hands-on experience mentoring and coaching educators
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and people management skills
• Effective organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Proactive, hands-on approach with strong responsibility and accountability