Activity Manager jobs

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Application Process

Submit a Application Form and CV to Alison Egan - alison@nobarriers.ie

Application Form can be downloaded here >> www.nobarriers.ie/careers

Closing Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026 at 5pm.

Remuneration

The salary for this post starts at: €64,626 – position on the scale is commensurate with experience. 5% Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Team Wellbeing Days & Complimentary Gym Membership included.

Contract Type

2.5-year contract being offered on either a Full Time or Part-Time basis.

Taking up Appointment

A start date will be indicated at job offer stage however we would like to candidate to start as soon as possible.

About No Barriers

Established in 2016, the No Barriers Foundation has grown to be a leading force in driving impactful change. We are committed to creating sustainable health solutions, uplifting and uniting communities to creation inclusion and social change. If you are driven by a desire to make a difference and you thrive in an innovative environment where passion meets purpose, this newly created role presents a unique opportunity for the right candidate.

Location of the post

Office base - No Barriers Foundation, Letterkenny, Donegal, however the post will involve travel around the county, so another Donegal location could be considered.

Overview of the Role

The Children’s Services Manager will lead the development and delivery of the new No Barriers Foundation Children’s Services programme, a countywide initiative supporting children with disabilities who are engaged with the CDNT network across Donegal.

This is a management and service delivery role leading a team of staff in providing community-based, inclusive, activity-focused supports. The Children’s Service Manager will oversee programme planning and delivery, work closely with CDNT teams and community partners, and ensure high-quality, child-centred services that meet identified needs and funding requirements. A clinical or therapeutic background is desirable to support oversight of any therapy component but is not a requirement of the post.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Programme Leadership & Management

• Lead the overall planning, implementation, and development of the new Children’s Services programme in line with funding objectives and No Barriers’ values
• Manage, support, and supervise a multidisciplinary staff team, sessional facilitators, and volunteers
• Develop staff schedules, caseload oversight, activity timetables, and rota systems
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and reflective team culture
• Contribute to recruitment, onboarding, training, and professional development of staff

2. Service Delivery

• Oversee delivery of inclusive, community-based activities across the four programme strands:
• Green / Blue Therapy
• Dance, Music & Movement
• Inclusive Sport, Sensory Play & Fitness
• Family Support & Engagement
• Ensure activities are accessible, neurodiverse-affirming, and responsive to children’s needs, interests, and developmental goals
• Work with facilitators and partners to adapt environments, equipment, and activities for children with varying abilities
• Support the development of new community partnerships (e.g. leisure centres, sports clubs, arts organisations, green spaces)
• Promote participation, confidence, physical wellbeing, emotional regulation, and social connection

3. Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a key liaison with CDNT teams across Donegal, maintaining strong collaborative relationships
• Engage with parents, caregivers, and families to ensure services remain responsive and family-centred
• Build and sustain partnerships with community organisations, statutory bodies, and local service providers
• Represent No Barriers Foundation at meetings, networks, and community forums as required

4. Governance, Reporting & Quality Assurance

• Ensure services align with funding requirements, safeguarding standards, and organisational policies
• Oversee data collection, monitoring, and reporting for funders and internal evaluation
• Support continuous improvement through feedback, reflection, and outcome measurement
• Contribute to policies, procedures, and service development as the programme evolves

5. Any Other Duties:

This role will cover any other duties related to the role of Children's Service Manager as requested by the Head of Operations/CEO.

Qualifications and/ or experience

Essential Criteria

• Minimum degree in health & social care, education, psychology, physiotherapy, OT, or a related field.
• Experience working with children with disabilities
• Experience in leadership and staff management
• Experience of project management
• Experience working collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary professionals
• Full clean driving licence and access to transport

Desirable Criteria

• Clinical or therapeutic qualification (e.g. OT, PT, SLT, Psychology, Social Work, Counselling)
• Experience working with CDNTs or similar statutory services
• Experience developing or managing funded programmes

Ranking/Shortlisting/Interview

A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your Application Form and CV. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification.

Pay: From €64,629.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Gym membership

Work Location: In person