·We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Centre Manager to support our After School Care program.
The Afterschool Manager will be responsible for the:
· Delivery of After School Care Provision.
· Management and Administration.
· Supervising, Training and Supporting the team.
· Ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children attending the service in an environment that promotes the children’s personal development, education experience and recreational activities to excellent standards.
· The After School Manager will be responsible for creating, developing, and maintaining good relationships with team members and all stakeholders, particularly the children, parents, and the Afterschool Project management.
· Lead the team of experienced childcare providers to ensure the delivery of engaging, interactive educational experiences and curriculum.
· Ensure all policies and procedures are up to date and implemented and ensure the Afterschool team are aware of the policies and any changes that may be implanted.
· Manage and support the team as they care for the children daily and ensure that the team are aware of their responsibilities.
· Ensure that the After School is prepared and ready for any inspection from any external organisation.
· Acting as the point of contact and lead for all enquiries to the After School.
· Ensuring the Afterschool continues to achieve the highest standards in the maintenance of all records regarding the children attending the After School.
· Ensuring the After School continues to achieve the highest standards in the maintenance of all records regarding the experience childcare team.
· Ensure all records are easily accessible and in accordance with statutory obligations.
· Experienced with Data Protection and Privacy.
· Promoting the After School in the local community.
· The Afterschool Manager will be responsible for the income and expenditure of the After School in line with budget plans agreed with the After School Project Management.
· Identify and facilitate any training needs for the After School team and develop a plan to deliver identified training needs.
· To undertake other duties as assigned by the Management of the After School Project.
Desired Criteria:
· Previous experience in a childcare setting
· At least 2 years’ experience working directly with children.
· Experience with developing and implementing policies and procedures.
· Solution-focused with a creative and positive attitude.
· A passion and drive that inspires a love for learning & the ability to engage children in learning activities in a fun and interactive way.
· Respect for and dedication to working with children.
· Good administrative, computer and organisational skills.
· Own transport essential.
. First Aid
The relief childcare employee will also need the above requirements.
This position will start end of August 2026
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: €19.00-€20.25 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have any qualifications in Childcare?
Education:
- Leaving Certificate (preferred)
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
