Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team as an Early Years Quality and Compliance Specialist. This exciting role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young children and their families.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and education, while fostering a safe and nurturing environment that promotes the well-being of all children. They will work closely with the Early Years Service Manager to develop and implement strategies that meet regulatory standards and promote continuous improvement in quality standards.
This is a unique opportunity to bring your passion for early childhood education and your skills in leadership and quality assurance to a dynamic and purpose-driven organization.
Key Responsibilities
* To design and implement an annual internal audit programme that ensures high compliance with regulatory requirements and promotes continuous improvement in quality standards.
* To carry out internal audits in accordance with the yearly programme, in collaboration with the full team and share learnings to nurture a whole service approach to maintain high standards of practice.
* To work in partnership with the Early Years Service Manager to regularly review regulatory standards and ensure all staff are knowledgeable, confident, and supported in meeting these requirements through guidance, training, and mentoring.
* To empower Room Leaders to lead their rooms with high-quality practice, ensuring consistency with curriculum frameworks and regulatory standards.
* To oversee the implementation of the National Quality and Curriculum Frameworks, Solta and Aistear, and provide guidance to Room Leaders and Key Workers on planning and evaluating a curriculum that supports the learning and development of each child.
Requirements
* A Professional qualification in Early Education - minimum level 7 required.
* A minimum of 5 years experience working in a childcare setting.
* A minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in a related field.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and leadership skills.
* Aptitude and empathy with children and young people.
* Good computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft office suite.
Benefits
* Annual leave of 23 days plus additional company days.
* Further education and training assistance.
* Maternity Leave pay.
* Sick pay.
* Employee assistance programme.
* Employee Purchasing Schemes.
* 100% Attendance Bonus.
* Holidays.
* Adoptive Leave.
* Surrogacy Leave.
* Fertility Support Leave.
* Early Pregnancy Loss Leave.