Centre Manager

The Early Years Team; Enniskillen; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization is seeking a dedicated Centre Manager for their Fermanagh Early Years Children and Family Centre in Enniskillen. This role involves day-to-day management of the centre, promoting high-quality services, and ensuring compliance with childcare regulations. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and at least two years of experience managing a daycare facility. A rewarding package is offered, including 36 days of annual leave and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

36 days of annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Access to healthcare schemes

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience managing a day care facility.
• Proven ability to manage financial and service resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day management of the centre.
• Promote and develop high-quality early childhood services.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Understanding of childcare regulations

Education

Degree in Early Years Care & Education or Social Work

Job description

Join Early Years – the organisation for young children as Centre Manager

Location: Fermanagh Early Years Children and Family Centre - Enniskillen

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, variable working pattern

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, 36 days of annual leave (pro‑rata), inclusive of statutory/public holidays, a contributory pension scheme, options to purchase additional leave, and access to healthcare schemes.

The role

As Centre Manager you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day management of Fermanagh Early Years Children and Family Centre (FEYC) as a centre of excellence which delivers high quality care, learning and development for children aged 0 – 12.

The post holder will ensure that there is a continued focus on the implementation of quality improvements in the Centre. The Centre Manager is a Fit Person as certified by the Health and Social Care Trust.

You will promote and develop high‑quality, evidence‑informed early childhood services for young children, their families and communities that instil the vision and values of the Early Years Organisation.

We're looking for people who:

• A degree in a relevant discipline – Early Years Care & Education or Social Work.
• At least 2 years’ experience of managing a day care facility or equivalent, including leadership of a staff team.
• A proven track record of effectively managing financial and service resources to meet agreed targets.
• Knowledge of Northern Ireland childcare regulatory and legislative frameworks.

As part of the application process, you will need to demonstrate how you meet the criteria as outlined above and, on the personnel specification, and provide a copy of your CV.

Shortlisting will be completed based on the information contained with the application form, therefore it is important to clearly outline how you meet the criteria.

Where there are a large number of applications received, candidates may also be shortlisted using the desirable criteria.

Please note that your CV will only be used to support your application in assessing employment history.

Once you begin the application, it must be completed in one session, as there is no option to save and return to it later.

Closing date: Wednesday 21 January 2026.

Interviews: Thursday 5 February 2026.

A reserve list may be held for a period of up to six months for the same or similar roles – if this applies to you, we’ll let you know via email.

Should you need to contact us, please use the following methods:

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Early Years is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing flexible friendly working conditions. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under‑represented in the Organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups.