Childcare Development Officer

Donegal County Childcare Committee Ltd

Seeks to recruit for the following temporary position: Childcare Development Officer

 (Fixed term contract -18 months) 28 hours per week (January 2025- June 2026)

The successful candidate will be part of a team who are responsible for local support to Early Leaning and Care services, School Aged Childcare services, Childminders and Parents.

The Childcare Development Officer will:

  • Support the implementation of the Government’s National Early Learning and Care Schemes.
  • Provide ongoing support to new and existing Early Learning and Care and School Aged Childcare Provider in relation to compliance, HR, governance, sustainability and practice supports.

Essential criteria:

  • Knowledge of the various Government early learning and care funding schemes and the supports available.
  • An understanding of the Irish early childhood sector, including current policy developments, national practice frameworks, funding structures and mechanisms for support. 
  • At least 3 years’ experience in a related role.
  • Minimum level 8 on the national framework of qualifications in a relatable discipline.
  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of inclusive early childhood education and care.
  • A good understanding of issues relating to the development of quality early childhood services.
  • IT and administrative skills with experience in report writing.
  • Ability to respond appropriately to queries as they emerge.
  • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
  • Excellent Communication Skills.
  • Full driver’s license and access to a car.

Please e-mail CV in application to trish@donegalccc.com

Job Description available on request.

Closing date for applications 12 noon on Friday November 22nd 2024.

Applications will be short-listed. Canvassing will disqualify.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 26th November 2024.

Donegal County Childcare Committee Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.

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