Centre Leader (Principal)

at  ANGLICAN PRESCHOOL SERVICES LTD

WE SEEK TO BRIDGE THE CHURCH AND COMMUNITY THROUGH HIGH QUALITY, VALUES-BASED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION. WE ARE DEDICATED TO SOWING SEEDS AND TRANSFORMING LIVES WITHIN OUR NURTURING ENVIRONMENT SO EACH CHILD CAN DISCOVER THEIR GOD-GIVEN POTENTIAL, AND ARE LOOKING FOR LIKE-MINDED, PASSIONATE INDIVIDUALS WHO WANT TO JOIN US ON THIS JOURNEY.

We are a community of learners and life-givers, and there is a sense of family here at APS. We have a safe space where all staff members can share their hearts openly, and know that they are always being considered. We’re looking for people not just here to teach or do a job, but to learn. We desire to grow reflective and thoughtful team members who are stirred by a passion for education.

THAT’S WHERE YOU COME IN. IF WHAT YOU’VE READ SO FAR HAS DEEPLY RESONATED WITH YOU, READ ON.

We are looking for a Centre Leader (Principal) to helm the daily operations of our centres. A Centre Leader (Principal) who develops and inspires our teaching team to deliver high quality teaching and learning for our children. A Centre Leader (Principal) who is a positive culture bearer, and leads in building a nurturing, loving and respectful environment for our educators and children.

REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Leadership (ADECL) / Diploma in Pre-school Education Leadership (DPE-L) / Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education – Leadership (DECCE-L)
• Diploma in Pre-School Teaching, Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education or other Early Childhood Diploma Qualification(s)
• ECDA certified L2 educator
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a professional early childhood setting
• Preferably holds a valid first aid certificate recognized by ECDA
• Strong knowledge of early childhood curriculum, pedagogy and assessments

• Helm the daily operations of the Centre
• Mentor and inspire educators to create an optimal and safe environment appropriate for the holistic development and care of the children
• Serve as our organization’s culture bearer and positive role model for the staff
• Plan, develop and implement the programme, curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment
• Continuously improve and refine the children’s learning experiences
• Establish sustainable and collaborative partnerships with our community of parents, families, and staff
• Manage the centre budget and oversee the efficient and cost-effective use of centre resources
• Ensure regulatory compliance