The Managing Director role is a strategic leadership role, responsible for overseeing all facets of the human resources operations, with a primary focus on driving operational efficiency and effectiveness ensuring the highest quality childcare in a safe, fun, family focused environment.
The position will be located in our new state of the art childcare facility with huge growth opportunities.
Role Description
· As Managing Director, you will shape and lead all aspects of people and operational strategy ensuring the facility reflects the highest standard of childcare and operational success.
· Oversee recruitment, selection and onboarding of employees ensuring ratios are maintained. Regularly audit and maintain all records and files staff.
· Manage employee engagement, recognition and retention strategies that foster a positive work culture and enhance morale.
· Responsible for designing and executing HR initiatives that attract, engage, and develop staff.
· Ensure compliance with Irish employment law, safeguarding and best practice HR policies.
· Lead HR policy development, HR reporting, and risk management
· Provide strategic and operational support to the Board of Management and all managers on all HR and operational matters acting as a trusted advisor, ensuring alignment between HR initiatives and business objectives.
· Conduct classroom observations, evaluations, and provide feedback that motivates and encourages learning.
Requirements / Qualifications:
· Proven people leadership of one or more years in a HR or related field and proven track record of leading high-performance teams
· Excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence at all levels and build strong relationships
· Knowledge of Irish employment legislation, best practice HR frameworks and modern people management frameworks
· Demonstrated expertise in managing change, fostering culture, and driving employee engagement
· CPR and First Aid Certification highly preferred
· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: €45,000.00-€55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Experience:
* Leadership : 1 year (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Work Location: In person