Creche Manager

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About Little Harvard

‘’We’re growing — and so can you!

Join our expanding team at Little Harvard in Ireland’’

Crèche Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the crèche, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and child-centred environment.
• Lead, motivate, and support a team of childcare professionals, fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant childcare regulations, including Tusla Early Years Quality Standards and Síolta/Aistear frameworks.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate educational programs that promote children’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
• Build strong relationships with parents/guardians through regular communication, meetings, and feedback.
• Manage administrative tasks such as staff rosters, attendance records, fee collection, and health & safety checks.
• Monitor and maintain high standards of hygiene, nutrition, and care in line with policies and best practice.
• Recruit, train, and support staff, conducting regular appraisals and identifying training needs.
• Handle any issues or complaints professionally and in line with company policy.
• Report regularly to senior management on the performance and needs of the crèche.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum Level 6 in Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE) or equivalent (Level 7/8 desirable).
• At least 2–3 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role in a childcare setting.
• Excellent knowledge of current childcare legislation, Síolta, Aistear, and Tusla requirements.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, staff rosters, and administrative responsibilities effectively.
• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting families.
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on qualifications and experience.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives.
• Discounted private health insurance
• Bonus loyalty days
• Staff well-being support
• Employee Incentive schemes
• On-site training and continuous professional development (CPD)
• Employee Assistance Programme
  

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