Gníomhach

Réamhscoil

Céad Ean 14 2026

Aoine Feabh 20 2026

Luan Feabh 23 2026

Lánaimseartha Buan

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The Managing Director role is a strategic leadership role, responsible for overseeing all facets of the human resources operations, with a primary focus on driving operational efficiency and effectiveness ensuring the highest quality childcare in a safe, fun, family focused environment.
The position will be located in our new state of the art childcare facility with huge growth opportunities.
Role Description
• As Managing Director, you will shape and lead all aspects of people and operational strategy ensuring the facility reflects the highest standard of childcare and operational success.
• Oversee recruitment, selection and onboarding of employees ensuring ratios are maintained. Regularly audit and maintain all records and files staff.
• Manage employee engagement, recognition and retention strategies that foster a positive work culture and enhance morale.
• Responsible for designing and executing HR initiatives that attract, engage, and develop staff.
• Ensure compliance with Irish employment law, safeguarding and best practice HR policies.
• Lead HR policy development, HR reporting, and risk management
• Provide strategic and operational support to the Board of Management and all managers on all HR and operational matters acting as a trusted advisor, ensuring alignment between HR initiatives and business objectives.
• Conduct classroom observations, evaluations, and provide feedback that motivates and encourages learning.



Requirements / Qualifications:
• Proven people leadership of one or more years in a HR or related field and proven track record of leading high-performance teams
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence at all levels and build strong relationships
• Knowledge of Irish employment legislation, best practice HR frameworks and modern people management frameworks
• Demonstrated expertise in managing change, fostering culture, and driving employee engagement
• CPR and First Aid Certification highly preferred
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office