Childcare Development Officer

Donegal County Childcare Committee Ltd

Seeks to recruit for the following temporary position:
1 x Childcare Development Officer
(Fixed term contract -1 year/ 37hrs)
1 x Support/Communications Development Officer
(Fixed term contract -6 months/ 30hrs)

The successful candidate will be part of a team who are responsible for local support to Early Learning 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.

Support/Communications Development Officer will:
– Provide communication support to the CCC team.

Essential criteria:
• Knowledge of the various Government early learning and care funding schemes and the supports available.
• Knowledge of Túsla Regulations and all quality guidelines and standards.
• Experience in financial planning and management.
• Experience in developing and delivery training.
• 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.
• Excellent report writing and information gathering skills.
• Experience of using IT packages such as Microsoft Office and Outlook

A panel may be formed from applicants for future appointments with the permission of applicants &
contracts may be extended.

Application form and job description available on request.
Please email trish@donegalccc.com with Job Position in subject line.
Closing date for applications 12 noon on Friday May 1
st, 2026.
Interviews will take place on Thursday May 7th
.
Applications will be short-listed. Canvassing will disqualify.
Donegal County Childcare Committee Ltd is an EQUAL OPPORTUNTIES EMPLOYER.