Centre Manager, North Dublin

Role Overview

We are seeking experienced and dynamic

Centre Managers

with responsibility for overseeing the management duties, including the day-to-day running of the creche centre.

The role involves leading and inspiring the staff team with best practice standards.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly driven, experienced, motivated individual with a successful track record within the childcare sector to join our team.

What we offer : Job security

Up to 34 days annual leave including bank holidays and Christmas

Career progression opportunities

Access to WellBee – Our staff wellbeing programme

Access to Wellhub - A digital wellbeing platform supporting our team's wellbeing

Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Trainee management programme

Ongoing training and development including HACCP, Manual Handling, and First Aid

Enhanced employee benefits including : Bike to Work, Travel Tax Saver Scheme, and supplier discounts

Employee gifts : cinema tickets, care packs, and more

Staff appreciation and recognition programmes

Talent exchange programme - access to positions across the world

Stay updated with leading approaches in early years

Permanent Health Insurance

Life Insurance Cover

Support for further education and continuous professional development

Childcare support

Be part of an award-winning team

Role Responsibilities :

Developing, delivering, and managing the daily operations of the Centre to ensure a safe, developmentally appropriate environment for children, in line with all regulatory requirements.

Deep knowledge of children's age and stage-appropriate holistic needs and development.

Dedicated to raising standards in early learning and care, role-modeling best practice to an outstanding level.

Implementing the company's REACH curriculum, demonstrating the links between early childcare education theory and practice in line with the National Curriculum Framework of Aistear and the National Quality Framework of Siolta.

Implementing all company policies, procedures, health and safety / risk assessments as stipulated in the Childcare Regulations.

Effective people and business management skills, covering all aspects of the role.

Implementing child protection policies in line with Children First requirements and guidelines.

Developing and evaluating programmes and activities conducive to culturally sensitive learning environments.

Required Qualifications :

Candidates must have the following :

A minimum of FETAC / QQI Level 6 in Early Childhood Care and Education or equivalent.

A minimum of five years in the childcare field, with at least two years in a management role within the sector.

A strong passion for the needs and development of the individual child.

Full clean EU driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Candidates must also demonstrate :

Ability to liaise with parents, guardians, and families, building parental partnerships.

Ability to line manage and supervise a team, supporting their continuous personal development.

Effective communication skills in a professional manner.

Ability to manage occupancy levels, meet targets, and manage finances within an allocated budget.

Understanding of all guidelines set out by TUSLA.

Applicants must be willing to provide written references, undergo Garda Vetting, and provide proof of eligibility to work in the EU.

Police Clearance will also be required if the applicant has lived outside Ireland for more than 6 consecutive months since the age of 18.

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