Regional Childcare Quality & Operations Manager

Junior Adventures Group; Kildare; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherpa Kids is seeking a Quality Service Delivery Manager to provide support and operational oversight for an expanding portfolio of Afterschool services based in County Kildare. You will help deliver high-quality, safe, and engaging school-age care with a family-focused approach.

You will lead and coach staff, partner with schools and families, ensure safeguarding and compliance, and drive continuous improvement across sites through visits, audits and performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Own car is essential for this role.
• Located in County Kildare.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Previous experience in leading a team and managing staff.
• Passion for childcare.
• At least 2 written references are required.
• Childcare: 2 years (required).
• Management: 2 years (required).
• Driver's license and access to a car each day (required).

Responsibilities

• The QSD Manager provides safeguarding, compliance, quality assurance, programme delivery, workforce development and operational practice.
• Conduct regular site visits, coaching, supervision and auditing to ensure safe, engaging experiences for children.
• Identify risks, uphold standards and drive continuous improvement across services.
• Build strong partnerships with staff, schools, families and children.

Skills

Own car

Leadership

Childcare passion

References

Management experience

Driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Sherpa Kids is seeking a Quality Service Delivery Manager to provide support and operational oversight for an expanding portfolio of Afterschool services based in County Kildare. You will help deliver high-quality, safe, and engaging school-age care with a family-focused approach.

You will lead and coach staff, partner with schools and families, ensure safeguarding and compliance, and drive continuous improvement across sites through visits, audits and performance reviews.