Lead Early Years Service Manager, ECCE Playschool

Donegalchildcare; Saint Johnston; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Donegalchildcare in Ireland invites applications for an experienced Early Years Service Manager to lead our ECCE‑only playschool on Chapel Road, St Johnston. You will guide a supportive team in delivering high‑quality, child‑centred education within a community setting.

Key responsibilities include staff leadership, ensuring compliance with Tusla, Síolta, Aistear and ECCE requirements, and fostering strong ties with families.

Qualifications

• Minimum QQI Level 7 qualification in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
• Experience leading in an early years setting with governance experience.
• Knowledge of Tusla regulations, Aistear, Síolta and ECCE Programme.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape a high-quality ECCE service within a community setting.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and performance development for staff.
• Collaborate with parents and the voluntary management committee.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Garda Vetting

Team collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Education

QQI Level 7 in Early Childhood Education

QQI Level 8 in Early Childhood Education (Preferred)

Job description

Donegalchildcare in Ireland invites applications for an experienced Early Years Service Manager to lead our ECCE‑only playschool on Chapel Road, St Johnston. You will guide a supportive team in delivering high‑quality, child‑centred education within a community setting.

Key responsibilities include staff leadership, ensuring compliance with Tusla, Síolta, Aistear and ECCE requirements, and fostering strong ties with families.