DAYCARE IN-CHARGE –

Position :- Daycare In-Charge / Daycare Coordinator

Department :- Daycare / Early Childhood Care

Reporting To : - Centre Head / School Management

Job Location Madipakkam,:- FIRST SCHOOL

Job Type :- Part time

Job Purpose The Daycare In-Charge is responsible for the overall management, safety, care, and smooth functioning of the daycare facility. The role involves supervising children, coordinating daycare staff, maintaining hygiene and safety standards, communicating with parents, and ensuring a warm, secure, and engaging environment for every child.

Key Responsibilities1. Child Care & Supervision

- Ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of all children under daycare supervision.
- Monitor children throughout the day, including arrival, meals, nap time, indoor/outdoor activities, and departure.
- Maintain appropriate child-to-staff ratios at all times.
- Handle children's basic needs such as feeding, hygiene, toilet assistance, and rest.
- Observe children's behaviour and promptly report any concerns to the Centre Head and parents.

1. Daycare Operations

- Manage the day-to-day functioning of the daycare.
- Ensure smooth opening, closing, and handover procedures.
- Maintain accurate attendance and child movement records.
- Ensure children are handed over only to authorised persons.
- Coordinate daily routines, activities, meal times, nap schedules, and other daycare requirements.
- Ensure all daycare areas are clean, organised, child-friendly, and safe.

1. Staff Supervision

- Allocate duties and responsibilities among daycare staff.
- Monitor staff performance, punctuality, grooming, and discipline.
- Guide and support caregivers in handling children appropriately.
- Conduct regular briefings regarding safety, hygiene, activities, and child care procedures.




- Identify training requirements and communicate them to management.

1. Safety & Hygiene

- Ensure strict adherence to school/daycare safety protocols.
- Regularly inspect classrooms, play areas, bathrooms, sleeping areas, and common spaces.
- Ensure toys, furniture, equipment, and learning materials are clean and safe.
- Maintain hygiene standards for children, staff, food, and daycare facilities.
- Be prepared to handle minor emergencies and follow the centre's emergency procedures.
- Immediately report accidents, injuries, or safety concerns to management and parents as per policy.

1. Activities & Engagement

- Plan and coordinate age-appropriate daycare activities.
- Encourage children through storytelling, rhymes, art & craft, music, sensory play, free play, and indoor/outdoor activities.
- Ensure children have a balanced routine involving play, learning, meals, and rest.
- Create a warm, nurturing, and emotionally supportive environment.

1. Documentation & Administration

- Maintain daycare attendance and daily activity records.
- Maintain meal, nap, hygiene, incident, and medication records where applicable.
- Maintain authorised pick-up records and emergency contact details.
- Ensure all daycare documentation is updated and properly maintained.
- Prepare daily/weekly reports for the Centre Head when required.

Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong child-handling and supervision skills.




- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a nurturing attitude towards children.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage a team effectively.
- Ability to handle parents professionally.
- Good observation and problem-solving skills.
- Basic knowledge of child safety, hygiene, and first aid.
- Ability to remain calm and responsible during emergencies.

Educational Qualification
- Graduate / Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Montessori, Nursery Teacher Training, Childcare, or a related field preferred.
- Candidates with relevant daycare or preschool experience may also be considered.

Experience
- 2–5 years of experience in daycare, preschool, early childhood education, or childcare operations preferred.
- Previous experience in a supervisory/coordinator role will be an advantage.

Personal Attributes
- Warm and caring personality.
- Responsible and dependable.
- Well-groomed and skilled.
- Proactive and attentive.
- Positive attitude towards children and parents.
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Key Performance Areas (KPIs)
- Child safety and well-being.
- Parent satisfaction and communication.
- Daycare staff discipline and performance.
- Hygiene and safety compliance.
- Smooth daily daycare operations.
- Accurate documentation and attendance.
- Quality and consistency of daycare activities.
- Timely escalation and resolution of concerns.

Important The Daycare In-Charge is expected to take complete ownership of the daycare operations, ensuring that children receive a safe, nurturing, structured, and enjoyable experience while maintaining professional standards expected by the school. Pay: ₹7,000.00 - ₹9,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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