Northside Community Enterprises (NCE Ltd)
Churchfield Hill, Churchfield, Cork, Co. Cork, T23 W573
Application Details
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Job Description
The Role and Purpose of the Job
Little Hands Childcare, Churchfield is currently under renovation and due to open on a phased basis in 2026. Once the service opens, the Childcare Manager will oversee the ongoing daily operation of the Early Learning and Care (ELC) and School Age Childcare (SAC) service ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and early learning.
The role is managed and supported by the CEO, Financial Controller and Head of Childcare Services at Northside Community Enterprises.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
* Operational Management – Oversee daily centre operations, ensuring a safe, nurturing, high‑quality environment; ensure full compliance with Tusla, ECCE, NCS, Pobal, DES and all statutory requirements; maintain quality standards based on Aistear, Síolta and best‑practice guidelines; manage child protection and safeguarding procedures; facilitate inspections from DES, Tusla, Pobal, and EHO; collaborate with the Financial Controller on budgets, reporting, invoicing and funding schemes.
* Staffing & HR Management – Plan and manage the recruitment of childcare staff in line with projected enrolment; conduct interviews, carry out vetting, and coordinate onboarding and induction; create rosters to ensure compliance with adult‑child ratios and operational hours; supervise and support staff through mentoring, performance management and continuous professional development.
* Child Enrolment & Parent Engagement – Manage the intake of children, waiting lists, enrolment documentation and orientation; engage with families through clear communication, open days and information sessions; support marketing and community outreach to ensure sustainable occupancy.
* General Duties – Maintain accurate records and documentation; attend management and governance meetings as required; represent the service professionally within the community and childcare sector; carry out other duties deemed necessary for the effective operation of the centre.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Minimum QQI Level 7 in Early Childhood Care and Education.
* Minimum 3 years' experience in a supervisory or management role within an early years setting.
* Strong working knowledge of Tusla regulations, Aistear and Síolta.
* Experience in staff recruitment, leadership and team management.
* Proven ability to manage administrative and regulatory requirements.
* Excellent communication, organisational and problem‑solving skills.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
* Experience with ECCE, NCS, PIP, Hive and funding scheme administration.
* Qualification in leadership, management, LINC or AIM support.
* Experience working with school age children.
* Experience collaborating with multi‑disciplinary teams.
Personal Attributes
* Strong leadership capability with a calm, confident approach.
* Flexible, proactive and able to work on own initiative.
* Warm and professional communication style with children, families and staff.
Sector
* Education
Career Level
* Managerial
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