Trabajo de director de guardería/directora de guardería en Irlanda (Dublin)

JOB PURPOSE

Responsible for the day-to-day operations & management of the centre, ensuring the provision of a quality service.

Main Duties

  Support employees in  developing programmes and activities in response to the needs of the centre

  Support staff in implementing the Kids Inc Positive Behaviour Management Policy

  Responsible for ensuring the daily numbers are updated as necessary

  Maintain close, effective, working partnerships with parents

  Manage complaints in a professional manner

  Keep parents updated regularly with weekly newsletters

  Support parental involvement in the centre wherever possible.

  Responsible for staffing levels, recruitment, selection, & induction of staff for your centre

  Liaising on a regular basis with HR in relation to staff issues

  Ensure all relevant staff records are kept up to date including OWT logs, certificates, training

  Sign off on accident reports

  Run risk assessments in line with our Policies and Procedures

  Ensure impeccable standards of cleanliness, hygiene & infection control are maintained at all times in your centre

  Provide appropriate support & supervision to all staff in the centre & maintain accurate records of such.

  Liaise with HR in the area of Disciplinary & Grievance procedure, conducting meetings as required.

  Ensure that quality standards are maintained at all times

  Arrange weekly staff meetings, ensuring that all staff have an opportunity to contribute to the agenda.

  Support the senior Afterschool team with essential administration tasks

Key Aspects

  Focus on quality standards in School Age Setting & up to date on all relevant policy and legislation.

  Live the Kids Inc mission statement everyday

Commit to ongoing personal and professional development supported by peers & team leaders.

General

  Ensure equipment for the centre is maintained to a high standard & advise Afterschool Co-Ordinator immediately of any breakages, wear & tear or replacements needed.

  Co-ordinate school collections from multiple locations

  Balance petty cash on a monthly basis.

  Ensure that filing systems which adhere to our GDPR policy are in place

  Report to Head Office at the end of each month with the appropriate paperwork.

Person Spec

  A team player who can both lead & work with other employees in the delivery of a quality service.

  A commitment to quality through close attention to detail and immediate action in the event of any oversights

  Clear and honest communicator, able to provide accurate reports and the ability to understand and accept mistakes.

  Creative problem solver who is confident to deal with issues as they arise and report as necessary.

  Strong Administration with keen organisational & time management skills

Qualifications and Experience

    Minimum one year experience working as an Afterschool Supervisor in a school setting

    Must be pursuing minimum Level 5 in relevant discipline

    Must hold a Bachelors degree in any field