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Job description

Join Early Years the organisation for young children as Clogher Valley SureStart Project Manager Location Clogher Valley SureStart Hours 37 hours Tenure Permanent Salary NJC Scale, Point 38 to 43 £47,754 to £52,805 per annum pro rata Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in early childhood education? Do you believe in the power of play to unlock potential? Be part of our team and help shape the futures of children by fostering growth and learning through purposeful opportunities. At Early Years, we are committed to fostering growth for both the children and our staff. Joining means an opportunity to enhance your skills, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with a team that upholds dedication, compassion, and excellence in early years care and education. In return, Early Years provides a comprehensive rewards package, including a competitive salary, 38 days of annual leave pro rata, inclusive of statutory or public holidays, a contributory pension scheme, options to purchase additional leave, and access to healthcare schemes.

Responsibilities

• As Clogher Valley SureStart Project Manager you will be responsible for leading and managing the Clogher Valley SureStart initiative, providing vision to, and direction for, the programme and ensure its ongoing development.
• You will continue to develop & sustain cooperative working arrangements with the SureStart Management Board, SureStart staff, partner organisations, other service providers & parents to achieve the outcomes set out in the SureStart Business Plan.
• You will ensure that high quality services which meet the needs of children under four and their families are planned and delivered effectively.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• A degree level qualification or equivalent in the field of Social Work or Health or Business Management or Community Development or Early Years Care and Education.
• Three years’ experience in effectively leading and managing staff to achieve strategic outcomes within timescales and budget.
• Experience of strategic development and implementation at middle/senior management level including management of significant change.
• A full current driving licence enabling the holder to drive in NI and have the use of vehicle for official purpose OR have access to a form of transport that will enable the candidate to meet the requirements of the post in full.

Desirable Skills

• Post graduate level qualification.

Further Information

Location: Clougher Valley