- Choa Chu Kang Southwest (Singapore) Singapore
Touch Community Services Limited Hiring! Full Time Centre Leader - Principal (HATCH by TOUCH Preschools - Zhenghua) in Southwest (Singapore), Earn up to SGD 6,500 - Ricebowl
Centre Leader - Principal (HATCH by TOUCH Preschools - Zhenghua)
Touch Community Services Limited
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Job Summary
Lead and manage the overall operations of the early childhood centre, ensuring high-quality education, regulatory compliance, and a safe, nurturing environment for children. Drive staff development, strengthen stakeholder partnerships, and oversee curriculum, resources, and daily operations to support the centre’s continuous improvement and organisational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership and Staff Development:
Lead and drive staff development initiatives to build a competent and motivated team.
Provide coaching, mentoring and guidance to educators to enhance teaching practices.
Support staff career progression and professional growth.
Oversees manpower planning and supervise staff in their daily responsibilities.
Model organisational values and serve as a positive culture bearer.
2. Centre Operations & Compliance:
Oversee and manage the daily operations of the centre in accordance with industry regulations, ECDA requirements, and the centre’s policies, philosophy, and procedures
Ensure all programmes and practices are aligned with early childhood curriculum frameworks
Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and care for children
Ensure full compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements
3. Curriculum & Programme Development:
Continuously review and enhance children’s learning experiences to support holistic development.
Collaborate with Curriculum Specialists to design and implement effective educational frameworks.
4. Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships:
Build and sustain strong partnerships with parents, families and the wider community.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders, including the centre’s operator/licensee, management, and staff, to plan and implement improvements and changes
5. Resource & Finance Management
Manage the centre’s budget and ensure efficient and cost-effective use of resources
Working Conditions
42 hours work-week (Mon - Fri)
Location - Blk 510 Jelapang Rd
Core Competencies Skills and Attributes:
Advance Diploma in Early Childhood Learning (ADECL) / Pre-School Education Leadership (DPE-L) / Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education - Leadership (DECCE-L), or its equivalent recognised by ECDA
Registered with ECDA and attained a L2 certification
Possess valid certificate in first aid recognised by ECDA
At least 7 years teaching experience in a child care / pre-school setting.
Good knowledge of current early childhood care and education development theories, research and practices
Good knowledge of government regulations, quality assurance framework (Child Care Act and Regulation)
Intermediate knowledge of early intervention strategies and working experience with children with special needs.
Effective leadership and supervisory skills.
High level of competency in planning and management centre’s operations, budget, income and expenditure
Work effectively with various stakeholders, authorities and organisations
Who We Are
At TOUCH, relationships are atthe heart of everything we do. We believe in growing together as one team,while valuing each individual’s unique strengths and perspectives. Guided bycompassion and excellence, we strive to make a meaningful impact in thecommunity through innovation and collaboration.
Who You Are
You are a passionate, creative, and dynamic individual with a heart to serve the community. If you enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds and want to make a positive difference in the lives of others, we invite you to join the TOUCH family.
What We Offer
We offer a vibrant and people-focused work environment with pro-family practices, staff benefits, and opportunities for growth and development. Most importantly, you will find purpose and fulfilment in impacting lives meaningfully.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At TOUCH, we are committed to build an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. We welcome diverse perspectives and are dedicated to creating a supportive environment where all staff can grow in their potential, and continue to inspire hope and impact lives in the community.
Lead and manage the overall operations of the early childhood centre, ensuring high-quality education, regulatory compliance, and a safe, nurturing environment for children. Drive staff development, strengthen stakeholder partnerships, and oversee curriculum, resources, and daily operations to support the centre’s continuous improvement and organisational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership and Staff Development:
Lead and drive staff development initiatives to build a competent and motivated team.
Provide coaching, mentoring and guidance to educators to enhance teaching practices.
Support staff career progression and professional growth.
Oversees manpower planning and supervise staff in their daily responsibilities.
Model organisational values and serve as a positive culture bearer.
2. Centre Operations & Compliance:
Oversee and manage the daily operations of the centre in accordance with industry regulations, ECDA requirements, and the centre’s policies, philosophy, and procedures
Ensure all programmes and practices are aligned with early childhood curriculum frameworks
Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and care for children
Ensure full compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements
3. Curriculum & Programme Development:
Continuously review and enhance children’s learning experiences to support holistic development.
Collaborate with Curriculum Specialists to design and implement effective educational frameworks.
4. Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships:
Build and sustain strong partnerships with parents, families and the wider community.
Work collaboratively with stakeholders, including the centre’s operator/licensee, management, and staff, to plan and implement improvements and changes
5. Resource & Finance Management
Manage the centre’s budget and ensure efficient and cost-effective use of resources
Working Conditions
42 hours work-week (Mon - Fri)
Location - Blk 510 Jelapang Rd
Core Competencies Skills and Attributes:
Advance Diploma in Early Childhood Learning (ADECL) / Pre-School Education Leadership (DPE-L) / Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education - Leadership (DECCE-L), or its equivalent recognised by ECDA
Registered with ECDA and attained a L2 certification
Possess valid certificate in first aid recognised by ECDA
At least 7 years teaching experience in a child care / pre-school setting.
Good knowledge of current early childhood care and education development theories, research and practices
Good knowledge of government regulations, quality assurance framework (Child Care Act and Regulation)
Intermediate knowledge of early intervention strategies and working experience with children with special needs.
Effective leadership and supervisory skills.
High level of competency in planning and management centre’s operations, budget, income and expenditure
Work effectively with various stakeholders, authorities and organisations
Who We Are
At TOUCH, relationships are atthe heart of everything we do. We believe in growing together as one team,while valuing each individual’s unique strengths and perspectives. Guided bycompassion and excellence, we strive to make a meaningful impact in thecommunity through innovation and collaboration.
Who You Are
You are a passionate, creative, and dynamic individual with a heart to serve the community. If you enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds and want to make a positive difference in the lives of others, we invite you to join the TOUCH family.
What We Offer
We offer a vibrant and people-focused work environment with pro-family practices, staff benefits, and opportunities for growth and development. Most importantly, you will find purpose and fulfilment in impacting lives meaningfully.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At TOUCH, we are committed to build an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. We welcome diverse perspectives and are dedicated to creating a supportive environment where all staff can grow in their potential, and continue to inspire hope and impact lives in the community.
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