Infant Care Lead

3 days ago

East Region, Singapore CampusJoy Collective Pte Ltd Full time $48,000 - $50,400 per year
Job Description: Infant Care Lead

Location: Established Preschool Centre in the East (Singapore)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Reports To: Principal / Operator

Supervises: Infant Educarers, Infant Assistants

Infant Capacity: Up to 20 infants (aged 2–18 months)


Job Summary

An established childcare centre in East Singapore, currently holding an ECDA Class B licence, is expanding into Infant Care (Class A). We are looking for a committed and experienced Infant Care Lead to head this new initiative. You will lead the setup of the infant care environment, prepare for licensing, and oversee daily operations once launched.

This is a rare opportunity to shape an infant care programme from the ground up—ideal for someone with deep infant care expertise, leadership confidence, and a passion for nurturing Singapore's youngest learners.


Key Responsibilities

Licensing & Setup

  • Lead infant care centre design and space planning in compliance with ECDA guidelines
  • Develop and implement SOPs for hygiene, feeding, sleep, emergency response, and responsive caregiving
  • Prepare documents and oversee ECDA Class A licensing inspection process

Operations & Supervision

  • Manage daily operations of the infant care programme (0–18 months)
  • Maintain ECDA-compliant staffing ratios (1:5 or better)
  • Monitor infant routines (feeding, sleeping, diapering) and caregiving quality

Curriculum & Development

  • Design and implement age-appropriate daily routines and sensory activities
  • Track infant development and ensure quality caregiving aligned with EYDF
  • Introduce enrichment elements (e.g. infant sign language, music, outdoor time)

Staff Leadership

  • Lead, coach, and supervise infant care staff
  • Conduct onboarding, mentoring, and performance appraisals
  • Foster a respectful, supportive team culture focused on safe, loving care

Parent Communication

  • Support new parent onboarding and transition into infant care
  • Maintain regular communication with parents via logs, meetings, and updates
  • Handle parent concerns with care, clarity, and professionalism

Requirements

Must-Have:

  • ECDA-recognised Infant Educarer certification: HCIC, EY1, or equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on infant care experience, with 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
  • Valid Child First Aid certification
  • Familiarity with ECDA Class A licensing requirements and audit process
  • Strong understanding of infant development and responsive caregiving
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills

Good to Have:

  • Diploma in Early Childhood or Infant Development
  • Experience in new centre or programme setup
  • Familiarity with Reggio Emilia, Montessori, or sensory-based infant programmes
  • Bilingual (English and Mandarin/Malay/Tamil)

Compensation & Benefits
  • Monthly Salary: $3,600 – $4,200 (negotiable based on experience)
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Centre setup bonus (if applicable)
  • Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
  • Supportive team culture and clear career progression pathway

If you're ready to lead with care and confidence, and build a trusted, nurturing space for infants and families—we want to hear from you.

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