Community Childcare Manager (Johnstown, Co Kilkenny) The person appointed will be required to manage the Early Years and school age service to the highest standard and to build the reputation & capacity of the service within the local community.
In addition to ensuring the best ECEC/ SAC practices, the post holder will be responsible for the efficient management, financial viability, sustainability and development of the childcare service and answer to the BOM.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Childcare Management Ensure that the service operates in accordance with the Child Care (Pre-school Services) Regulations, 2016 and other relevant regulations/ legislation.Ensure adequate staffing is always in place in accordance to Tusla Regulations.Adhere to policies in relation to Children's First and Child Protection PoliciesHave overall responsibility for drafting and implementing childcare policies and procedures for the service, and to ensure that they are adhered to.Ensure that parents/guardians are kept fully informed of their child's participation, progress and of any issues for their child within the groupWork with staff, as relevant, to implement the Aistear Siolta Curriculum Framework in line with national guidelinesLiaise with staff, as relevant, regarding the observation and assessment of each childEnsure all funding schemes are operated in accordance with appropriate guidelines i.e.
DCED & Pobal rules.Adopt a professional and positive approach to ECEC/ SAC issues in respect of:New legislation
Measures taken to further protect childrenStaff supervision, training and developmentPartnership with and participation of parents/carersLiaison and collaboration with other local organisations involved in the care/education of young childrenParticipate in the evaluation and development of servicesCoordinate special events and outingsCentre Management Manage and oversee the childcare services, including day-to-day supervision of childcare staff as relevant and liaise with parents/carersPromote the Early Childhood Care and Education scheme and National Childcare Scheme.
This will include providing literature around the schemes and outlining eligibility.Ensure good standards of hygiene/ risk assessment are implemented and that equipment is safe and regularly checked.Ensure the overall safety and well-being of the children and by ensuring that all health and safety requirements are in place and always implementedEnsure Healthy Food / Eating Policy is implementedEnsure that planning and preparation is carried out and that the activities offered throughout each session allow the children to experience creative, imaginative, social and physical play.Take responsibility for overall promotion of the services within the community.
Assist in staff recruitment, if requiredReport to the BOM, attend meetings and provide written reports as requested.Carry out any other duties as reasonably requested by the BOMFinancial Management Keep up to date records as appropriate to the daily running of the centre.Ensure that all fees are paid and up to date in line with centre's Fees PolicyAdminister ECCE, AIM, NCS, Core funding etc.
and other programmes as appropriate on the HiveReport to BOM in relation to budgets and financial aspects of manging the programmesOther Inform childcare staff of policies and procedures in relation to good practice and to encourage and promote adherence to these policies.Identify training needs for all staff and implement appropriate training measuresEncourage and facilitate training and good practice by liaison with relevant agencies e.g.
County Childcare Committee and National Childcare organisations.Maintaining absolute confidentiality at all times in relation to the work of the serviceRepresenting and reflecting Johnstown Community Childcare Centre in a positive manner in all dealings with the community and other stakeholdersParticipation in relevant training opportunities as they arise and where appropriate or requested.The ideal candidate Will have a minimum of QQI level 7 in Early Childhood Education and Care.
However, Level 8 is desirableMinimum of three years' experience working in an ECEC/ SAC or community environment (management or supervisory experience desirable.Good leadership, management and organisation skillsGood communication skillsGood IT skillsExperience in administering programmes relevant to ECEC SAC serviceKnowledge and awareness of regulations in relation to Early Years and School Age services.Knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety regulationsAdditional details Shortlisting may applyJohnstown Community Childcare is an equal opportunities employerThe successful applicant(s) will report to the BOMGarda Vetting and references will applyTerms and Conditions
This position is based on a 37.5 working hours per week and 52 weeks per year and is subject to funding being available
Probationary period
This position is subject to the satisfactory completion of 6 months' probation period.
The company may decide to extend this period
How to Apply
Apply by email enclosing a cover letter and CV to****** The closing date for receipt of applications isFriday 18th July 2025with interviews the following week.
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