Infant Care Centre Principal

Bright Sparks Infant Care is a leading provider of early childhood care and education, offering a warm, nurturing, and safe environment for infants to learn and grow.

We are seeking a full-time Conditional Infant Care Principal — someone who is passionate about early childhood education and currently pursuing their Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Leadership (ADECL). We are NOT seeking an experienced Principal but someone who is currently undergoing or has very recently completed their course or someone who has just started on their course. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring leader to grow with us, gain hands-on experience, and lead a dedicated team while continuing their professional development. The centre will work around your course schedule.

Reports to: Centre Director / Key Appointment Holder (KAH)

Position Type: Full-time (conditional appointment while undergoing certification or probationary training)

Job Responsibilities:

As the Conditional Infant Care Principal , you will be responsible for:

Centre Operations Support

• Assist in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the infant care centre to ensure a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment.
• Work closely with the Centre Director or licensed Principal to implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) in alignment with ECDA regulations.
• Support in daily opening and closing duties , ensuring classrooms, play areas, and facilities meet health and safety requirements.

Curriculum Implementation & Infant Development

• Support educators in planning and delivering quality care routines (feeding, diapering, nap times) and age-appropriate experiences that promote infants' holistic development.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of daily routines, sensory activities, and play-based learning experiences.
• Observe and record children's developmental milestones and support individualised care plans under the guidance of senior educators.

Team Supervision & Staff Support

• Work alongside the Principal or Centre Director to guide and mentor infant care educators in daily routines, caregiving practices, and curriculum implementation.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment , ensuring clear communication and mutual support among staff.
• Participate in staff meetings and contribute to discussions on programme improvements and operational matters.

Parent Communication & Engagement

• Build warm, trusting relationships with parents by supporting daily communications , updates on children's progress, and addressing basic queries.
• Assist in organising parent engagement activities , such as infant development workshops or informal meet-and-greet sessions.
• Escalate sensitive matters or concerns promptly to the Principal or KAH for follow-up.

5. Compliance, Safety & Quality Assurance

• Support the implementation of ECDA regulations, licensing requirements, and centre policies.
• Help ensure high standards of hygiene, health, and safety in all infant care routines and spaces.
• Assist in maintaining proper documentation and records (attendance, incidents, developmental observations) as required for audits and quality assurance.

Requirements:

• Undergoing Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education-Leadership (DECCE-L), Diploma in Infant and Toddler Care, or equivalent qualification.
• At least 5 years of experience in early childhood education, with a minimum of 2 years in a senior educator role, preferably in an infant care setting.
• Strong understanding of infant development, care practices, and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to inspire and manage a team effectively.
• First Aid certification (preferred).

Benefits

• Professional development and training opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of infants and their families
• Small number of infants

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