The Quality development officer will need to ensure the following is carried out in regards to their role:
The Quality Development Officer will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
· To provide ongoing support, advice, and information to early years providers
· To promote quality development in the setting for children and their families
· To Report back to management on a time scale that has been agreed.
· Responsibility for ensuring the progressive development of the early year’s environment, curriculum planning and mentoring support for the Early Years Educator.
· Support and organisational skills.
· Must demonstrate high developed skills in the field of Early Years to promote excellence in quality provision.
· Has proven ability in developing and delivering guidance on Early Years policy, importance, significance within the organisation and to members of the public.
· Has experience in curriculum planning, development and documenting of children’s work and activities
· Has the ability to demonstrate the necessary vision, leadership, and experience to lead staff in the delivery of the Aistear Curriculum and Siolta Framework.
· Understands the role and responsibility of the Quality Development Officer and possess the skills necessary to optimise staff contribution to achieve Organisational quality.
· To assist the team to implement quality-driven practice
· To plan work, review progress and prepare reports in consultation with the Manager
· To meet deadlines as set out by the Manager
· To assist the Manager in implementing the annual work program.
· To keep abreast of national and local developments in the childcare sector
Pay: €18.00-€20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Education:
Experience:
- Early childhood education: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:
Location:
- Letterkenny, County Donegal (preferred)
Work Location: In person
