Centre Manager

Early Years - the organisation for young children; Enniskillen; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days annual leave (pro-rata)

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare schemes

Job summary

Early Years - the organisation for young children in Enniskillen seeks a Centre Manager to lead FEYC and deliver high-quality care and early learning for children aged 0–12. You will drive daily operations, staff leadership, and service improvements.

The role requires a degree in Early Years Care & Education or Social Work, with at least two years of day care management experience and strong budgetary skills. 37 hours/week, fixed-term to 30 June 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a day care setting.
• Strong knowledge of NI childcare regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and resources.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of FEYC Enniskillen.
• Lead on quality improvements and ensure high standards of care.
• Promote early childhood services to families and communities.

Skills

Staff leadership

Financial management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Degree in Early Years Care & Education or Social Work

Job description

6c Wildflower Way, Belfast, Co. Antrim, BT12 6TA United Kingdom

Centre Manager Fermanagh Early Years Children and Family Centre - Enniskillen Full Time Point 29-32 (£40,554.90 - £43,532.22) per annum pro rata

Join Early Years – The Organisation for Young Children as a Centre Manager

Location:Fermanagh Early Years Children and Family Centre - Enniskillen

Hours:37 hours per week, variable working pattern

Tenure:Fixed term until 30 June 2027.

Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in early childhood education?

Do you believe in the power of play to unlock potential?

Be part of our team and help shape the futures of children by fostering growth and learning through purposeful opportunities.

At Early Years, we are committed to fostering growth for both the children and our staff. Joining means an opportunity to enhance your skills, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with a team that upholds dedication, compassion, and excellence in early years care and education.

In return, Early Years provides a comprehensive rewards package, including a competitive salary, 36 days of annual leave (pro-rata), inclusive of statutory/public holidays, a contributory pension scheme, options to purchase additional leave, and access to healthcare schemes.

The role

As Centre Manager you will be responsible for the day to day management of Fermanagh Early Years Children and Family Centre (FEYC) as a centre of excellence which delivers high quality care, learning and development for children aged 0 – 12.

The post holder will ensure that there is a continued focus on the implementation of quality improvements in the Centre. The Centre Manager is a Fit Person as certified by the Health and Social Care Trust.

You will promote and develop high quality, evidence-informed early childhood services for young children, their families and communities that instil the vision and values of the Early Years Organisation.

We're looking for people who at the closing date have:

• A degree in in a relevant discipline – Early Years Care & Education or Social Work.
• At least 2 years’ experience of managing a day care facility or equivalent, including leadership of a staff team.
• A proven track record of effectively managing financial and service resources to meet agreed targets.
• Knowledge of Northern Ireland childcare regulatory and legislative frameworks.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Friday, 30 October 2026.

For shortlisted applicants it is anticipated that interviews will take place Monday, 16 November 2026.

A reserve list may be held for a period of up to six months for the same or similar roles – if this applies to you, we’ll let you know via email.

Early Years is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing flexible friendly working conditions. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in the Organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups.

Location Fermanagh Early Years Children and Family Centre - Enniskillen

Contact email [e-mail] Contact phone [phone] Option 5