Come join our team at Little Harvard!

Little Harvard is an Irish Family owned business which has been caring for and educating children since 1995. At Little Harvard our employees are highly valued and play a vital part in ensuring that we provide outstanding childcare in a safe and stimulating learning environment.

Are you ready to advance your career in early childhood education? Our Ledwill Creche in the welcoming town of Kilcock is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual for the role of Assistant Creche Manager to join our team!

Why Kilcock? Kilcock is a small town located in the heart of Kildare and located just 30 minutes from Dublin. The Town is well connected by public transport including train and bus services making for a smooth commute.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIRED

To be considered for this role, you MUST hold a minimum Level 6 in Childcare, or DCYA equivalent.

Roles and responsibilities:

• The Assistant Creche Manager role is to support the manager in ensuring compliance with all childcare regulations.
• Ensure that all Little Harvard policy and procedures, legislation and statutory guidelines are being fully implemented, monitored, and adhered to.
• Report any concerns to the appropriate person in a timely manner.
• Follow up with enquiries, organize viewings and new bookings as directed by the Manager.
• Keep software and online databases such as Family, Advance Systems, NCS up to date.
• Ensure the creche is always delivering high quality childcare.
• Promote the concept of diversity welcoming all families.
• Always ensure the Safety and Protection of the Children in your care.
• Promote a work environment of engagement and excellence.
• Ability to liaise with parents, guardians and families and build parent partnerships.
• Manage and staff, supporting their continuous personal development aims and objective.
• Always communicate effectively in a clear and professional manner.
• In depth knowledge of children’s age and stage appropriate needs and development.
• Focus on raising standards in Early Learning and Education.
• Ability to implement the company’s curriculum, demonstrating the links between early childcare education, theory and practice in line with the National Framework Curriculum of Aistear & Siolta.

BENEFITS:

• Extremely competitive salary.
• Company Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted private health insurance.
• Bonus loyalty days.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• On-site training and continuous professional development.
• Rental, Staff only, accommodation (only in certain areas).
• Introduction bonus for any employee who introduces another employee.
• Employee incentive schemes.