Senior Early Years Team Leader - Child-Centric Care

Early Childhood Ireland; Limerick; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Early Childhood Ireland is seeking a Senior Early Years Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at the Midwest service, part of a multidisciplinary team in a women’s residential treatment centre in Limerick. You will ensure compliance with TUSLA and regulatory frameworks, lead staff, and advocate for children’s rights.

The role requires regular supervision, engagement in CPD, and a commitment to high-quality care for children aged 0-6 years within the NFQ framework.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the purpose of the service and to work within the organisation's policies and procedures.
• Participate in regular supervision with your line manager and a performance management programme.
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the work, including unsocial hours.
• Identify training needs with your line manager and participate in relevant training opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Early Years service in the Midwest.
• Be part of the MDT in the Women’s residential treatment centre in Limerick.
• Ensure daily operations comply with TUSLA regulations and quality standards.
• Provide leadership and supervision to the Midwest Early Years team with formal and informal appraisal.
• Engage with families to support child development and rights.
• Maintain records for regulatory bodies and participate in inspections.
• Represent the service at meetings and engage with CPD and policy development.

Skills

Leadership

Education

NFQ Level 7/8 in Early Childhood studies

Job description

Early Childhood Ireland is seeking a Senior Early Years Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at the Midwest service, part of a multidisciplinary team in a women’s residential treatment centre in Limerick. You will ensure compliance with TUSLA and regulatory frameworks, lead staff, and advocate for children’s rights.

The role requires regular supervision, engagement in CPD, and a commitment to high-quality care for children aged 0-6 years within the NFQ framework.