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Maternity Leave cover, Full-time 40 hours per week from December 2026
1 year Contract

Lisdoonvarna Failte are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Manager for Cois Ceim Childcare Centre, in Lisdoonvarna, County Clare.

Roles and responsibilities:

Responsible for the day to day running of the creche.

Responsible for the provision of high-quality age-appropriate stimulating curriculum, care, and education.

Ensure a safe, secure, and healthy environment for the children, staff and visitors to the centre.

Ensure the centre is compliant with current preschool regulations.

Ensure all policies and procedures of the centre are practiced daily.

Liaise with Parents, guardians and families and build parent partnership.

Lead, coach and develop all staff members.

Provide support and guidance to staff when required.

Hold monthly meetings with employees.

Requirements:

Minimum FETAC/QQI Level 6 in Childcare.

Minimum of 3 years’ experience working within a childcare facility.

Experience and knowledge of effectively managing, supervising, and supporting staff.

Familiarity with Children first.

Knowledge of Aistear Framework and Siolta standards.

An understanding of finance and managing costs.

Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft word and excel.

Self-motivation, ability to encourage teamwork and excellent organisational, communication and planning skills.

First Aid, Manual Handling, Child protection and food safety certified an advantage.

Fluent English essential.

Minimum QQI Level 5 In Early Years Learning and Care
We’re looking for someone special to join our team! Someone who is caring, enthusiastic and genuinely loves working with children. If you enjoy making little ones smile, creating fun learning experiences and being part of a friendly, supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Must have QQI Level 5.