Preschool & Afterschool Care Leader

Phoenix Childcare; Blanchardstown; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wage

Uniform supplied by the company

21 Days Annual Leave (plus bank hols)

Job summary

Phoenix Childcare Luttrellstown is hiring a manager to oversee daily operations, drive quality care, and lead a team of educators. The role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and excellent communication with families and staff.

You will ensure compliance with childcare regulations and manage ECCE/NCS programs, reporting, and CPD. A proactive, organized manager will help grow the service and maintain high standards.

Qualifications

• Must have FETAC/QQI Level 6 or above; Level 7+ preferred.
• Strong leadership and supervisory experience in childcare.
• Excellent organizational and reporting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the preschool and afterschool services.
• Ensure compliance with TUSLA regulations and inspections.
• Administer ECCE, AIM, and NCS programs and reporting requirements.
• Monitor deadlines and implement service improvements.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team of educators.
• Foster positive relations with families, children, and staff.
• Organize rosters and staffing; oversee CPD through staff meetings.
• Undertake additional duties as directed by company directors.

Skills

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Change management

Delegation

Organisational skills

Team leadership

NCS hive knowledge

Education

FETAC/QQI Level 6+

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Phoenix Childcare Luttrellstown is hiring a manager to oversee daily operations, drive quality care, and lead a team of educators. The role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and excellent communication with families and staff.

You will ensure compliance with childcare regulations and manage ECCE/NCS programs, reporting, and CPD. A proactive, organized manager will help grow the service and maintain high standards.