Head: RU Preschool and Daycare Centre (RUPSDDC) at Rhodes University

Main Objectives

• Responsible for Rhodes Preschool and Day Care RUPSDDC's (RUPSDCC) strategic, operational and pedagogical leadership. The Head of the RUPSDDC will play a pivotal role in shaping the RUPSDDC as an integral stakeholder in Makhanda as a centre for ECD excellence.
• This includes leading the development and implementation of a high-quality, literacy-rich curriculum, fostering strong parent and community partnerships, and building a collaborative and professionally enriching environment for staff.
• They are also responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the RUPSDDC within the policy parameters determined by the Governing Body.

The Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development, Education or related field (Postgraduate degree preferred) plus approximately 10 years’ relevant experience, where such experience includes:

• Significant hands-on teaching experience in early childhood development and education settings
• Previous experience in a managerial or assistant managerial role, with evidence of staying up to date with new developments in early childhood development
• Experience working with quality curricula that support early literacy, numeracy and whole-child development
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills

 Closing Date 19 November 2025