Child care services managers

Child care service managers plan, direct, and coordinate and evaluate the provision of care for children in before-school, after-school, vacation and day care centres and services.

Skill level: Skilled

Check your pay

  • The majority of Child care services managers earn a salary between R9 701 and R45 810 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Child care services managers ranges from R9 701 to R22 721.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between R13 906 and R30 415 per month.

Duties and tasks

  • Developing and implementing programs to enhance the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of young children
  • Establishing and monitoring budgets and determining allocation of funds for staff, supplies, materials, equipment and maintenance
  • Overseeing and coordinating the provision of care for children in before-school, after-school, day, and vacation care centres
  • Directing and supervising child carers in providing care and supervision for young children
  • Managing physical facilities and making sure all buildings and equipment are maintained to ensure the centre is a safe area for children, staff and visitors
  • Reviewing and interpreting government codes, and developing procedures to meet codes (eg, concerning safety and security)
  • Monitoring children’s progress and conferring with parents or guardians
  • Preparing and maintaining records and accounts for a child care centre
  • Recruiting and evaluating staff and coordinating their professional development

Fill in the survey


Loading...