The Fr McGrath Resource Centre is seeking to employ a Children?s
Services Manager for a fixed term contract of **Apply on the website**
months. This post will be responsible for the development and
implementation of our Annual School Completion Programme Retention
Plan and affiliated school age childcare service. This project seeks
to combat educational and social disadvantage through targeted
interventions.
THE MINIMUM PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
* Level 7 or higher in Early Childhood Care and Education, Social
Care or related discipline.
* 4 years experience working with children and young people in a
community-based setting.
* 2 years leadership experience in a similar setting.
* Knowledge of early school leaving social disadvantage factors
* An excellent working knowledge and understanding of child
development and the needs of school aged children
* A commitment and ability to lead quality care and practice in a
team setting.
* Excellent communication and organizational skills.
* Experience of working in partnership with parents and other
professionals.
* Experience in the implementation of Children First Guidelines and
all matters relating to Child Protection
* A good working knowledge of and demonstrated capacity to working
in and maintaining an inclusive environment for children and families.
* A full clean driver?s license and access to a car. (Desired, not
essential).
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:
* Empathy, approachability and an ability to relate to children and
young people
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, including
strong report writing.
* Good IT proficiency, including experience of MS Word, Excel and
internet.
* A professional, personable manner
* A creative, flexible, child-centered approach.
Applications should be made by forwarding cover letter and CV by email
to **Apply on the website** by Wednesday **Apply on the website**th of
October, **Apply on the website**.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
