Early Years Service Manager-Dublin 15

Respond!; Dublin; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 23 days pro-rata

Further education and training

Maternity Leave pay

Sick pay

Employee assistance programme

Employee Purchasing Schemes

100% Attendance Bonus Holidays

Fertility Support Leave

Early Pregnancy Loss Leave

Job summary

Respond is seeking an experienced Early Years’ Service Manager to lead the new Respond Early Year’s Service in Rathborne, Dublin 15. You will oversee delivery of a high-quality, play-based curriculum under Síolta and Aistear, guiding staff and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for children.

Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will manage 40-hour weeks, promote parental involvement, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in collaboration with a dedicated team.
• Motivated to work on own initiative.
• 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.
• Analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a high-quality play-based curriculum under Aistear/Síolta.
• Supervise and support staff to ensure safeguarding and quality standards.
• Oversee enrolments, registrations and compliance with childcare rules.
• Provide a safe, supportive learning environment indoors and outdoors.
• Encourage parental involvement in children’s learning.
• Monitor service performance and participate in evaluations.
• Support staff development and ongoing supervision.
• Perform any other relevant duties as required by the service.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Initiative

Professional demeanor

Empathy

Education quality

Flexibility

CPD

Analytical skills

Education

FETAC Level 7 in Early Childhood Care and Education

Job description

Location: On site / Respond Early Year’s Service, Rathborne, Dublin 15
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Childcare | Manager
Hourly Salary range:from € 20.89 to € 24.59

Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking for a meaningful role in a purpose-driven organisation? At Respond, we believe in creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where children can thrive, and staff can grow. Our aim is to deliver high-quality, play-based education that makes a real difference. If you’re ready to bring your skills, creativity, and care to our brand new service in Dublin 15, then we want to hear from you!

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: Early Years’ Service Manager

Location: Respond Early Year’s Service, Rathborne, Dublin 15

Reporting to: Regional Manager

Terms: 40 hours per week (Mon-Fri)

Contract: Permanent

(Please note that offers are typically made at the beginning to mid-range of the advertised salary, based on skills and experience)

• Annual leave of 23 days Pro-rata, plus additional company days
• Further education and training assistance
• Maternity Leave pay
• Sick pay
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee Purchasing Schemes
• 100% Attendance Bonus Holidays
• Fertility Support Leave
• Early Pregnancy Loss Leave

Job Purpose:

To act as a positive role model and be responsible for the delivery and implementation of a high quality play based curriculum under the guidance of the national quality frameworks Aistear and Síolta both indoors and outdoors. To, guide, observe, stimulate and supervise children in a safe and caring environment as part of the childcare team.

Responsibilities

• The whole team work within the ethos, aims, and objectives of Respond.
• Respond’s ethos and mission is promoted and followed.
• Compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies.
• Oversee fees and registrations in accordance with National Childcare Scheme programme rules.
• The policies and procedures of the service are followed at all times.
• Internal reporting requirements are completed as required.
• Environments, materials and resources that reflect the children’s emerging interests and abilities are provided.
• A play based curriculum that encourages independence and fosters the growth of self-esteem within all children, is provided.
• Children’s emotional, social and cognitive development is supported.
• Children’s views are actively sought and acted upon.
• Nutritious food that meets children's growing needs and reflect variations in culture or dietary requirements is offered.
• Parental involvement that enhances children’s learning experiences, is encouraged, developed and sustained.
• Reviews and evaluations of the service are meaningful and involve the participation of the whole team.
• Provide ongoing support and supervision to all staff members.
• Undertake any other relevant tasks as may be required from time to time.

Person Specification:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• 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.
• Analytical skills.

Qualification & Experience:

A FETAC Level 7 qualification in Early Childhood Care and Education is essential

A number of years of experience working in an Early Years setting is essential

A minimum two years of experience in a supervisory role is essential

Closing date for receipt of applications : 24th November 2026