* Job category: child day care centre manager
* Company: DAVENCREST LIMITED
* Job Location: Gaelscoil An Teaghlaigh Tory Top Road Co. Cork T12 K039 51
* Start date: 26/01/2025
* Contract type: Permanent Full-time
* Career level: Managerial
* Salary: Euro Hourly
* Hours per week: 38
* Remote/Blended Working: No
* Sector: Education
Responsible for the day-to-day operations & management of the centre, ensuring the provision of a quality service.
Main Duties Support employees in developing programmes and activities in response to the needs of the centre
support staff in implementing the Kids Inc Positive Behaviour Management Policy
Responsible for ensuring the daily numbers are updated as necessary
Maintain close, effective, working partnerships with parents
Manage complaints in a professional manner
Keep parents updated regularly with weekly newsletters Support parental involvement in the centre wherever possible.
Responsible for staffing levels, recruitment, selection, & induction of staff for your centre
Liaising on a regular basis with HR in relation to staff issues
Ensure all relevant staff records are kept up to date including OWT logs, certificates, training Sign off on accident reports Run risk assessments in line with our Policies and Procedures
Ensure impeccable standards of cleanliness, hygiene & infection control are maintained at all times in your centre Provide appropriate support & supervision to all staff in the centre & maintain accurate records of such.
Liaise with HR in the area of Disciplinary & Grievance procedure, conducting meetings as required.
Ensure that quality standards are maintained at all times Arrange weekly staff meetings, ensuring that all staff have an opportunity to contribute to the agenda.
Support the senior Afterschool team with essential administration tasks Key Aspects
Focus on quality standards in School Age Setting & up to date on all relevant policy and legislation.
Live the Kids Inc mission statement everyday
Commit to ongoing personal and professional development supported by peers & team leaders.
General
Ensure equipment for the centre is maintained to a high standard & advise Afterschool Co-Ordinator immediately of any breakages, wear & tear or replacements needed.
Co-ordinate school collections from multiple locations Balance petty cash on a monthly basis.
Ensure that filing systems which adhere to our GDPR policy are in place Report to Head Office at the end of each month with the appropriate paperwork.
Person Spec
A team player who can both lead & work with other employees in the delivery of a quality service.
A commitment to quality through close attention to detail and immediate action in the event of any oversights
Clear and honest communicator, able to provide accurate reports and the ability to understand and accept mistakes.
Creative problem solver who is confident to deal with issues as they arise and report as necessary.
Strong Administration with keen organisational & time management skills
Qualifications And Experience
Minimum one year experience working as an Afterschool Supervisor in a school setting
Must be pursuing minimum Level 5 in relevant discipline Must hold a Bachelors degree in any field