Montessori School Manager Required in West Waterford

Montessori School Manager in West Waterford 

***HIRING FOR AUGUST 2025*** 

We are a Montessori School based in Villierstown, West Waterford, currently recruiting for a full-time Manager working on the floor on a daily basis.

The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of the Montessori preschool and School Aged Childcare services, ensuring its smooth operation, and providing leadership and support to the staff and children. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing the Montessori philosophy, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a positive learning environment.

This position will suit someone who is passionate about introducing the world to our children through the Montessori environment. We seek someone who is knowledgeable of the Montessori philosophy and curriculum, who is a passionate educator and who will work to provide a safe, secure and healthy learning environment for our preschool and School Aged children.

School Details:

- School Structure:  Early Learning Centre 

- Associated Professional Body:  Early Childhood Ireland 

- Total Number of Staff: 6 

- Current Enrolment: 40 ECCE & 30 SAC

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

· Leadership and Management:

Providing leadership, direction, and coordination for the Montessori program, ensuring it aligns with the Montessori philosophy · Staff Supervision and Development:

Supervising and supporting staff, encouraging professional development opportunities, and managing their performance.

· Curriculum Implementation:

Overseeing the planning, implementation, and review of the Montessori curriculum, ensuring it meets the individual and group needs of the children.

· Regulatory Compliance:

Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, including Pobal, Tusla & DES · Communication:

Maintaining strong communication with parents and the wider community.

· Quality Assurance:

Regularly assessing and evaluating the quality of the service and identifying areas for improvement.

· Student Support:

Supporting students in developing practical life skills, social skills, and independence through hands-on activities.

· Administrative Tasks:

Managing administrative tasks, such as record-keeping, reporting, and maintaining student files. (The service employs a secretary to complete remaining administrative tasks)

Key Requirements:

Essential:

· Level 8 qualification in Early Years Education · Qualification, training, experience in the Montessori method 

Desired:

· Linc (Leadership for Inclusion in the Early Years) qualification 

Other Requirements:

· 40-hour, in-person, work week, Monday to Friday · Experience as a Room Leader in an Early Years Education setting · Excellent Communication, Organisation and Interpersonal Skills · Own transport required Benefits:

· Competitive Salary (discussed at Interview Stage) · Continuous Professional Development provided 

To Apply: Please e-mail a Cover Letter and CV to admin@villierstown.ie 

Application Closing Date:

Friday, June 27th, 2025