Centre Manager, South Dublin

Role OverviewWe are seeking experienced and dynamicCentre Managerswith responsibility for overseeing 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 securityUp to 34 days annual leave including bank holidays and ChristmasCareer progression opportunitiesAccess to WellBee – Our staff wellbeing programmeAccess to Wellhub- A digital wellbeing platform which supports our teams wellbeingAccess to a confidential Employee Assistance ProgrammeTrainee management programmeOngoing training and development including HACCP, Manual Handling and First AidEnhanced employee benefits including: Bike to Work, Travel Tax Saver Scheme, supplier discountsEmployee gifts: cinema tickets, care packs and so much moreStaff appreciation programmeStaff wellbeingStaff recognition programme: Employee of the Quarter, Employee of the YearTalent exchange programme - access to positions across the worldKeep up to date with the leading approaches in early yearsPermanent Health InsuranceLife Insurance CoverSupport for further education and continuous professional developmentChildcare supportBe part of an award winning teamRole ResponsibilitiesResponsibility 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 requirementsIn depth knowledge of children's age and stage appropriate holistic needs and developmentDedicated to raising standards in early learning and care and will role model best practice to an outstanding levelAbility 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 SioltaAbility to take responsibility to put into effect all company policies, procedures, health and safety / risk assessments as stipulated in the Childcare RegulationsEffective people and business management skills with the confidence and skills to cover all business aspects of the roleExcellent knowledge of and ability to implement child protection policies in line with Children First requirements and guidelinesLead on the development and evaluation of programmes and activities conducive to culturally sensitive learning environmentsRequired QualificationsCandidates must have the following:A minimum of FETAC / QQI Level 6 in Early Childhood Care and Education or equivalentA minimum of five years in the childcare field and at least two year of these in a management role within the sectorA strong passion for the needs and development of the individual childFull clean EU driver's licence and have access to a vehicleCandidates must be able to demonstrate the following:Ability to liaise with parents, guardians and families and build parental partnershipAbility to line manage and supervise a team, supporting their continuous personal developmentCommunicate effectively in a clear and professional manner at all timesManage and project occupancy levelsAbility to meet targets and deadlines and manage finances within an allocated budgetHave 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.#J-*****-Ljbffr