Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic
Assistant Manager
with responsibility for sharing the management duties, including the day to day running of the creche centre and to lead and inspire 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 which supports our teams 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, supplier discounts
Employee gifts: cinema tickets, care packs and so much more
Staff appreciation programme
Staff wellbeing
Staff recognition programme: Employee of the Quarter, Employee of the Year
Talent exchange programme - access to positions across the world
Keep up to date with the 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
Responsibility for developing, delivering and managing the daily operations of the Centre in order to ensure a safe, developmentally appropriate environment for children, in line with all regulatory requirements
In depth knowledge of children's age and stage appropriate holistic needs and development
Dedicated to raising standards in early learning and care and will role model best practice to an outstanding level
Ability to implement 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
Ability to take responsibility to put into effect all company policies, procedures, health and safety / risk assessments as stipulated in the Childcare Regulations
Effective people and business management skills with the confidence and skills to cover all business aspects of the role
Excellent knowledge of and ability to implement child protection policies in line with Children First requirements and guidelines
Lead on the development and evaluation of programmes and activities conducive to culturally sensitive learning environments
Required Qualifications
Candidates must have the following:
A minimum of FETAC / QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care and Education or equivalent
A minimum of five years in the childcare field and at least two year of these in a supervisory role within the sector
A strong passion for the needs and development of the individual child
Full clean EU driver's licence and have access to a vehicle
Candidates Must Be Able To Demonstrate The Following
Ability to liaise with parents, guardians and families and build parental partnership
Ability to line manage and supervise a team, supporting their continuous personal development
Communicate effectively in a clear and professional manner at all times
Manage and project occupancy levels
Ability to meet targets and deadlines and manage finances within an allocated budget
Have a full understanding off all guidelines as set out by TUSLA.
Applicants must be willing to provide written references and be Garda Vetted by the company (Police Clearance will also be required if the applicant have lived outside of Ireland for more than 6 consecutive months since over the age of 18).
Proof of eligibility to work in the EU must be provided.