Crèche Manager/ Centre Manager

Daisy Chain Montessori and Childcare; Churchtown; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike to work scheme

Training & development

Staff events

Wellbeing program

Employee assistance

Job summary

Daisy Chain Montessori & Childcare is seeking an experienced Creche Manager to lead our Fernbank centre in Churchtown. The role involves overseeing daily operations, maintaining high care standards, mentoring staff, and building strong partnerships with families.

The ideal candidate has an Early Years qualification (FETAC Level 8) and 2–3 years of experience. Competitive salary, training, and development opportunities are offered in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• FETAC Level 8 in Early Years Education is required.
• 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Proven ability to build strong partnerships with families, children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily business operations at the Fernbank centre.
• Maintain high standards of care.
• Staff training and mentoring with hands‑on classroom support.
• Evaluating staff performance and productivity.
• Liaising with parents and managing communications.
• Work closely with managing directors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Partnership building

Education

FETAC Level 8 in Early Years Education

Job description

Daisy Chain Montessori & Childcare is seeking an experienced, passionate, and dedicated Centre Manager to lead our Team at our Fernbank Creche.

We currently have a vacancy for a Creche Manager position in our Fernbank centre in Churchtown.

What we offer:

• A competitive salary (DOE)
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Supportive and welcoming work environment
• Paid training days
• Employee Assistance/ Wellbeing Program
• Bike to work/ Travel scheme Incentive programs
• Skill building days
• Staff nights out
• The opportunity to lead a dedicated and child-focused team

Requirements for Creche manager:

• FETAC Level 8 in Early Years Education
• 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Proven ability to build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with Families, children, and staff as well as fellow managers and directors.
• Proven ability to resolve a wide range of issues in creative ways.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, including the ability to organise, plan, and prioritise tasks.
• Exceptional communication skills including effective listening, writing and presentation.
• Ability to manage complex employee relations issues.
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills

The role would entail responsibility for:

• Overseeing daily business operations.
• Maintain high standards of care in the centre.
• Staff training and mentoring- being an example to the team with hands-on support in the classrooms.
• Evaluating staff performance and productivity.
• Ensuring effective communications across all areas of business.
• Liaising and maintaining good relationship with parents.
• Work closely with Managing Directors.

If you are an ethusiastic leader who is committed to delivering high-quality childcare and early years education, we would love to hear from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €40,000.00-€43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• Sick pay
• Wellness program

Experience:

• Management: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Qualification in Early Years Education? (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person