Creche Area Manager

Creche Area Manager (part time position 25 hours per week)

We are currently looking for an Area Manager to oversee the operation of 3 Creche’s on a part time basic. We are looking a candidate that has previous management experience to manage the teams and operation.

Key duties

• To take day to day responsibility teams and properties
• To ensure high standards of care at the centre plus Covid protocols
• To develop curricula in line with Aistear and Siolta
• Ensure a good standard of hygiene
• Attend meetings and undertake training as required
• Revise policies and procedures as required
• Adhere to Child Protection Policy of the service and report any concerns
• Prepare long term, medium term and short term plans
• Effectively market and promote the group
• Manage a budget and maintain accounts along with the company accountants support
• Maintain all records as required by Pobal and the HSE
• Ensure group is adequately insured and all safety equipment is maintained
• To develop ongoing positive relationships with teams
• To facilitate regular staff meetings
• To co-ordinate recruitment, induction, appraisal and training requirements for

staff

• Perform any other reasonable duties that may be assigned from time to time

Person Specifications:

• Minimum FETAC Level 6 in Childcare.
• Minimum 3 years work experience in a management role
• Ability to lead a team
• Kindness, warmth and responsiveness to the needs of children
• Good Communication and Relating Skills with children, staff and parents
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations