Centre Manager – Khalsa Child Care

Organization: Khalsa Child Care

Employment: Full-Time

About the Position

Khalsa Child Care is seeking an experienced, organized, and dedicated Centre Manager to provide leadership and oversee the day-to-day operation of our childcare centre.

The Centre Manager is responsible for the overall success, safety, administration, educational programming, regulatory compliance, staff leadership, enrollment, and financial operations of the centre. The successful candidate will work closely with educators, families, administration, licensing authorities, and the Khalsa School community to provide a safe, nurturing, well-organized, and high-quality environment for children.

As part of the Khalsa community, the Centre Manager will also support the centre’s Sikh values, traditions, and related programming.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee daily centre operations and ensure compliance with BC Child Care Licensing requirements.
- Lead, supervise, and support staff and educational programming.
- Manage enrollment, waitlists, child transitions, and parent communication.
- Oversee fees, subsidies, budgeting, and administrative records.
- Maintain a safe, nurturing, and high-quality childcare environment.
- Support Sikh values and coordinate centre activities, field trips, and special events.

Qualifications & Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

- Valid Early Childhood Educator (ECE) certification in British Columbia.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification appropriate for a licensed childcare setting.
- Experience with staff supervision, scheduling, performance management, and program administration.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with excellent attention to detail.




- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, employees, and community members.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally.
- Strong computer and administrative skills.
- Respect for and willingness to support the Sikh values, traditions, and community environment of Khalsa Child Care.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a Centre Manager who is a solid and compassionate leader, is comfortable balancing childcare programming with administrative responsibilities, and is committed to creating an environment where children, families, and educators feel welcomed and supported.

The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a genuine commitment to high-quality early childhood education.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant childcare leadership experience.

Khalsa Child Care Supporting children to learn, grow, and thrive in a safe, caring, and values-based environment.

* Shortlisted candidates must successfully complete an English language assessment as part of the hiring process.

“Please do not drop off resumes at the childcare centre or submit applications in person.”

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Pay: From $4,550.00 per month

Perks:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site childcare
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Surrey, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

- Daycare: 2 years (required)

Language:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Centre Manager- Khalsa Child Care (Surrey)
🏢 Khalsa Schools
📍 Surrey