Full-time | Permanent | Competitive salary based on experience
A community-based childcare service in Mullingar is seeking an experienced and motivated Centre Manager to oversee the full operation of a busy, high-quality early years setting. This role is ideal for Early Years professionals who are currently working in the sector and ready to progress into a meaningful leadership position within a community environment.
The Centre Manager will lead a large, multi-room service caring for over 100 children. You will be responsible for ensuring high-quality educational practice, strong parent partnerships, and a positive, structured working culture across the centre.
Key responsibilities include:
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Overseeing child development, curriculum planning, and programme delivery
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Ensuring high-quality practice across all rooms and age groups
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Building strong, trusting relationships with parents and the wider community
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Managing Tusla compliance, inspections, policies, and communication
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Leading staff development, training, mentoring, and ongoing support
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Providing guidance and leadership to new and existing team members
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Creating a positive, structured, and collaborative working culture
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Working in partnership with the Board, as this is a community childcare service
We are seeking a candidate with both strong leadership skills and a positive, proactive attitude.
You should be:
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Currently working in the Early Years sector (Room Leader, Deputy Manager, Manager, etc.)
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Confident in managing and motivating teams with clarity, empathy, and professionalism
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Someone who genuinely wants to do their job well, improve, and contribute positively
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A person who enjoys working in a community-based environment with strong values
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An excellent communicator, able to build relationships and maintain strong parent partnerships
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Knowledgeable in child development, curriculum planning, and quality frameworks
Qualifications:
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Minimum Level 7 in Early Childhood Education (Level 8 preferred)
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Proven leadership experience within the sector
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A warm, supportive atmosphere rooted in community values
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Strong parent partnerships and meaningful family engagement
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A sense of purpose and impact within the local area
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Flexibility in responsibilities depending on your strengths
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Long-term opportunities for professional growth and development
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A workplace where your leadership genuinely shapes the daily experience of children and staff
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Salary aligned with experience
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Full-time Contract
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Location: Mullingar, Co. Westmeath
Email your CV to [email protected]Ref: Mullingar
