Leader (Childcare/Kindergarten)

Key Responsibilities

• Define the centre's vision and strive to achieve its short- and long-term objectives in alignment with its strategic priorities
• Communicate PCF's mission and core values to all staff members
• Establish the Centre's goals to secure support from key stakeholders for the achievement of these objectives
• Engage in networking, sharing, and collaboration among the cluster's centre schools to enhance overall performance
• Collaborate with the Admin & Accounts Team to manage the daily operations of the centre, including financial and human resource policies, while maximizing the use of cluster financial resources to develop a robust preschool program
• Conduct a learning needs assessment for professional development and identify staff with potential for career advancement
• Promote the centre's reputation based on high-quality educational programs, organizational excellence, and the professionalism of the teaching staff
• Oversee centre teachers and encourage their support in delivering a meaningful, engaging, child-centered curriculum consistent with the principles outlined in the ECDA ECE Framework
• Ensure that learning is facilitated in a safe and supportive environment where children can explore, experiment, inquire, acquire knowledge and skills, and generate new ideas
• Act as an instructional leader by monitoring children's achievements and development, utilizing data-driven trends to identify areas for curriculum enhancement
• Lead, guide, coach, and motivate staff to harness their creativity, professional expertise, talents, and skills in delivering a curriculum that addresses children's needs
• Manage daily HR functions including Recruitment, Orientation, Performance Appraisal, Learning Needs Analysis, and Exit Interviews for Senior Teachers, Teachers, and Admin & Accounts staff
• Refer to the Responsibility Matrix for comprehensive details about responsibilities for these positions
• Create a secure learning atmosphere and ensure the highest standard of care for the children in their charge
• Execute projects assigned by the Management

Job Holder Requirements and Qualifications:

• Qualification: A minimum of 5 GCE 'O' Level credits with a grade of B4 in EL1, a Diploma in Pre-school Education – Teaching (DPE-T) / Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education – Teaching (DECCE-T) or an equivalent qualification recognized by ECDA, as well as a Diploma in Pre-school Education – Leadership (DPE-L) / Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education – Leadership (DECCE-L) or an equivalent qualification recognized by ECDA, and/or a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood
• Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a preschool environment