Deputy Manager, School Age Care

4 weeks ago

Kilkenny, Ireland Respond Housing Association Full time

Respond is committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce. If you do not "tick every box" there are likely other valuable attributes and skills that you have, that would make you a great fit for the organisation. We welcome applications from people of all cultures, nationalities, genders and from anyone who has historically faced social exclusion. If you feel this role is for you, then please apply.

 

Role: Deputy Manager, School Age Care

Location: Millennium Court Afterschool Kilkenny           

Reporting to: Service Manager

Terms: 12-month Fixed Term Contract 32 hours per week

Hours: Monday to Friday

Hourly rate: €16.50 per hour


Staff 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.


Job Purpose: To deputise and support the service manager when required. Act as a positive role model and be responsible for delivering and implementing a high-quality play-based curriculum under the guidance of the national quality frameworks Aistear and Siolta both indoors and outdoors. To guide, observe, stimulate and supervise children in a safe and caring environment as part of the childcare team.


Core Duties & Responsibilities:

  • To work within the ethos, aims, and objectives of Respond.
  • To assist the manager in ensuring the service is fully compliant with all governing regulations and standards.
  • To follow the policies and procedures of the service at all times.
  • To conduct observation and learning stories for all children.
  • To organise materials and resources to ensure that they reflect the children's emerging interests and abilities.
  • To implement a play-based curriculum that encourages independence and fosters the growth of self-esteem within all children.
  • To support children's emotional, social and cognitive development.
  • To assist in providing healthy snacks that meet children's growing needs and reflect variations in culture or dietary requirements.
  • To develop and support parental involvement strategies that enhance children's learning experiences.
  • To ensure that the welfare of children is paramount in accordance with Children First; National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children.
  • Promote the services in the local community and wider area to assist and support the quality and sustainability of the service.
  • To perform other reasonable and relevant duties as may be required from time to time.

 

Person Specification:

  • Commitment to high-quality early education.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong Leadership qualities.
  • The ability to work in collaboration with a dedicated team.
  • Highly motivated to work on own initiative.
  • A professional and enthusiastic disposition.
  • Aptitude and empathy with children and families.
  • Commitment to high-quality Education and Care.
  • Flexible and adaptable.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development.
  • Change-management skills.
  • Analytical skills.

 

Qualification & Experience:

  • A Fetac Level 7 qualification in Early Childhood Care or relevant field is preferred. Minimum level 6 Early Learning and Care essential.
  • 1 year post paid qualification experience of working in early years.
  • Strong understanding and experience in Early Childhood Education.
  • Garda Vetting will be required on an ongoing basis.



The closing date for applicants is Friday 13th of September 2024


Respond is committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce. If you do not "tick

every box" there are likely other valuable attributes and skills that you have, that would make you a

great fit for the organisation. We welcome applications from people of all cultures, nationalities,

genders and from anyone who has historically faced social exclusion. If you feel this role is for you,

then please apply.


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