Quality Support Manager (Childcare)

Tigerschildcare; Dublin; Ibrido; EUR 40.000 - 43.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Fixed-term contract (6 months)

Hybrid work

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing supports

Descrizione del lavoro

Tigers Childcare is seeking a Quality Support Manager to join the Quality, Compliance & Support (QCS) team on a 6-month fixed term contract, supporting a designated hub of centres to deliver high-quality, compliant and child-centred early years and school-aged care.

You will lead quality, practice and compliance across centres, provide guidance on regulatory requirements, and deliver training and coaching to managers and colleagues, with regular travel within the hub and occasional travel

Competenze

• Must have Level 8 qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• At least three years’ experience in the early years sector, ideally in a leadership or management role.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood and school-aged care legislation, regulations and national frameworks.
• Experience supporting or influencing pedagogical practice and quality improvement.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage work independently.
• A full, clean Irish driving licence and access to a car.
• A high level of professional judgement, discretion and commitment to confidentiality.

Mansioni

• Support managers and colleagues to deliver high-quality, inclusive and developmentally appropriate practice aligned with national frameworks.
• Carry out internal compliance inspections, producing clear reports and supporting action planning and follow-up.
• Provide practical guidance on regulatory requirements, safeguarding, policies and procedures.
• Support centres to prepare for and respond to regulatory and external inspections.
• Deliver training, coaching and professional support to managers and colleagues.
• Contribute to the development and review of organisational policies, procedures and quality resources.
• Identify trends, risks and improvement opportunities to support continuous quality improvement.

Conoscenze

Organisational skills

Leadership/management

Regulatory knowledge

Confidentiality

Formazione

Level 8 qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care

Descrizione del lavoro

Salary: €39,500 - €42,500 per year (depending on experience)

Quality Support Manager – Tigers Childcare

Multiple Locations / Hybrid | Full-time | Permanent| €39,500 - €42,500 per year (depending on experience)

At Tigers Childcare, we don’t just hire for roles — we hire for impact. Whether you work directly with children, support behind the scenes, or lead teams across services, your work helps shape a nurturing environment where children – and colleagues – can thrive.

We are now seeking a Quality Support Manager to join our Quality, Compliance & Support (QCS) team on a 6-month fixed term contract, supporting a designated hub of centres to deliver high-quality, compliant and child-centred early years and school-aged care.

Why We Do What We Do

Tigers Childcare creates exceptional environments where children thrive through play, exploration and meaningful relationships. With 33 centres and growing, we are one of Ireland’s leading childcare providers, committed to quality, inclusion and continuous improvement .

The same values that guide how we support children – curiosity, care, consistency and high expectations –shape how we support our colleagues. At Tigers, we invest in professional development, prioritise wellbeing, and foster a strong sense of belonging across our teams.

HowYou’llMake an Impact

As a Quality Support Manager, you will play a key role in strengthening quality, practice and compliance across a group of centres by:

• Supporting managers and colleagues to deliver high-quality, inclusive and developmentally appropriate practice aligned with national frameworks
• Carrying out internal compliance inspections, producing clear reports and supporting action planning and follow-up
• Providing practical guidance on regulatory requirements, safeguarding, policies and procedures
• Supporting centres to prepare for and respond to regulatory and external inspections
• Delivering training, coaching and professional support to managers and colleagues
• Contributing to the development and review of organisational policies, procedures and quality resources
• Identifying trends, risks and improvement opportunities to support continuous quality improvement

This role involves regular travel within a designated hub of centres and occasional travel outside the hub asrequired.

WhatYou’llNeed to Succeed

Must-Haves

• A minimum Level 8 qualification (or equivalent) on the National Framework of Qualifications in Early Childhood Education and Care
• At least three years’ experience in the early years sector, ideally in a leadership or management role
• Strong knowledge of early childhood and school-aged care legislation, regulations and national frameworks
• Experience supporting or influencing pedagogical practice and quality improvement
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage work independently
• A full, clean Irish driving licence and access to a car
• A high level of professional judgement, discretion and commitment to confidentiality

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience supporting services through regulatory inspections
• Experience contributing to policy, procedure or quality framework development
• Coaching, mentoring or training delivery experience

The Perks, the Pay, and the Purpose

What the Role Offers You

• A meaningful fixed term role contributing to quality,complianceand practice across multiple services
• Supportive, experienced colleagues within a values-led organisation
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and learning
• A role where yourexpertise, judgement and impact are recognised and valued

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary: €39,500 - €42,500 per year (depending on experience)
• Annual leave entitlement (pro-rated)
• Mileage and expenses paid in line with policy
• Access to wellbeing supports and professional development opportunities

Let’s Build Something Brilliant Together

All roles are subject to Garda Vetting and reference checks in line withregulatory requirements andTigers Childcare’s Safeguarding Policy. Tigers Childcare is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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€39,500 - €42,500 per year (depending on experience)