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Kinnitty Community Preschool
Wednesday, 19 February 2025 | Kinnitty
Early Years Educator
Kinnitty Community Playschool are looking to recruit an Early Years Educator for this ECCE year.
This position is a term time position.
✅Requirements
❗Knowledge of the Access and Inclusion Model desirable.
❗Minimum qualification of Level 5 in Early Childhood Care & Education required.
❗Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
❗First aid, manual handling desirable.
❗Genuine love of working with and caring for children.
✅Approx 15 hours a week.
✅Position immediate start pending Garda Vetting.
✅Garda Vetting required and will be applied for through our service.
If you would like to apply for this position please send your C.V. with a cover letter to kinnittyplayschool@yahoo.ie
This position is a term time position.
✅Requirements
❗Knowledge of the Access and Inclusion Model desirable.
❗Minimum qualification of Level 5 in Early Childhood Care & Education required.
❗Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
❗First aid, manual handling desirable.
❗Genuine love of working with and caring for children.
✅Approx 15 hours a week.
✅Position immediate start pending Garda Vetting.
✅Garda Vetting required and will be applied for through our service.
If you would like to apply for this position please send your C.V. with a cover letter to kinnittyplayschool@yahoo.ie
Little Scholars
Wednesday, 19 February 2025 | Tullamore
Early Years Practitioner vacancy
Little Scholars Childcare are seeking to employ a full time practitioner who is dedicated and enthusiastic.
We welcome candidates who hold a minimum level 5 qualification, Experience as an Early Years Practitioner preferable, you will play a crucial role in the care and education of children aged between 6months and 5yrs 6 months.
✅ Key Responsibilities:
Daily Duties to include:
Caring for and engaging with children in a nurturing environment ensuring that all of their physical, emotional and social needs are met.
Communicating to the manager consistently and regularly in order to best meet the needs of the children, parents and team members.
Developing and implement age-appropriate activities that stimulate learning, and offer children opportunities to reach their full potential in line with our Aistear Curriculum.
Create a safe and stimulating learning environment that encourages curiosity and exploration.
Carry out physical hygiene and feeding routines in an efficient manner whilst ensuring that the children’s emotional well-being is considered.
❗ Requirements:
Minimum level 5 qualifications in Early Years Education and Care.
Enthusiasm and passion for working with children in order to help them reach their full potential.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a dynamic team, who place the child central to all practices.
Capability of working with and meeting the needs of the children and families in our care.
Garda vetting and reference checks will be conducted for all applicants.
➡️Please send up to date Curriculum Vitae to infolscholars@gmail.com
We welcome candidates who hold a minimum level 5 qualification, Experience as an Early Years Practitioner preferable, you will play a crucial role in the care and education of children aged between 6months and 5yrs 6 months.
✅ Key Responsibilities:
Daily Duties to include:
Caring for and engaging with children in a nurturing environment ensuring that all of their physical, emotional and social needs are met.
Communicating to the manager consistently and regularly in order to best meet the needs of the children, parents and team members.
Developing and implement age-appropriate activities that stimulate learning, and offer children opportunities to reach their full potential in line with our Aistear Curriculum.
Create a safe and stimulating learning environment that encourages curiosity and exploration.
Carry out physical hygiene and feeding routines in an efficient manner whilst ensuring that the children’s emotional well-being is considered.
❗ Requirements:
Minimum level 5 qualifications in Early Years Education and Care.
Enthusiasm and passion for working with children in order to help them reach their full potential.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a dynamic team, who place the child central to all practices.
Capability of working with and meeting the needs of the children and families in our care.
Garda vetting and reference checks will be conducted for all applicants.
➡️Please send up to date Curriculum Vitae to infolscholars@gmail.com
Bright Beginnings
Thursday, 13 February 2025 | Ferbane
Full and Part Time Positions
Full time 32 hours per week
Part time 25 hours per week
Minimum level 5 qualification in Early Years Education
Please send CV to brightbeginningsferbane@yahoo.ie
Part time 25 hours per week
Minimum level 5 qualification in Early Years Education
Please send CV to brightbeginningsferbane@yahoo.ie
Rainbowland Childcare Edenderry
Wednesday, 12 February 2025
Early Childhood Educator
Rainbowland Childcare is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator to join our vibrant team.
This is a full-time position requiring a passionate individual who loves working with children and is committed to providing the highest quality of care and education.
Key Requirements:
✅Minimum Level 5 QQI qualification in Early Childhood Care and Education.
✅Reliable, flexible, and enthusiastic with a genuine love for children.
A full job description will be provided upon application.
If you require further information, please contact our manager, Mag, at 046-9731265 or via email at manager@rainbowland.ie.
Join us at Rainbowland Childcare, where we nurture and inspire young minds!
This is a full-time position requiring a passionate individual who loves working with children and is committed to providing the highest quality of care and education.
Key Requirements:
✅Minimum Level 5 QQI qualification in Early Childhood Care and Education.
✅Reliable, flexible, and enthusiastic with a genuine love for children.
A full job description will be provided upon application.
If you require further information, please contact our manager, Mag, at 046-9731265 or via email at manager@rainbowland.ie.
Join us at Rainbowland Childcare, where we nurture and inspire young minds!
Daingean Community Childcare Services Lt
Monday, 10 February 2025 | Daingrean
Full and Part-time educators required
Daingean Community Childcare Services Ltd.
Full Day Care with Preschool & Afterschool
2 Positions:
✅Position 1.
❗32 hour permanent position in Early Years & School Age Childcare.
❗Minimum FETAC Level 5 Required
Role:
➡️To provide a safe environment for children & to implement programmes in accordance with policies & procedures & legislation.
➡️Childcare Practitioner may have responsibilities across all parts of the service
➡️Work as part of a team to implement programmes and activities.
➡️Meet & greet parents and children
➡️Adhere to Policies & Procedures & Child Protection Policy of Daingean Community Childcare Services
➡️Ensure children are supervised at all times
➡️Support Children’s self-esteem & communication skills through age appropriate interaction & activities
➡️Perform other related duties & training as required
➡️Minimum FETAC Level 5 Required
✅Position 2.
❗This position is a 20 hour permanent contract for Afterschool Children.
❗The hours are Monday – Friday 2.00pm – 6.00pm
❗Minimum FETAC Level 5 Required
Role:
➡️To assist staff members with activities & homework for all afterschool children
➡️Assist at mealtimes & cleaning up, ensuring a safe, clean environment
➡️Supervising children at all times
➡️To have good communication with children & parents
➡️Adhere to Policies & Procedures & Child Protection Policy of Daingean Community Childcare Services
These Roles are Not Lead Educator Positions
To apply please forward CV to daingeanchildcare@gmail.com
Closing Date Monday 24th February 2025
Full Day Care with Preschool & Afterschool
2 Positions:
✅Position 1.
❗32 hour permanent position in Early Years & School Age Childcare.
❗Minimum FETAC Level 5 Required
Role:
➡️To provide a safe environment for children & to implement programmes in accordance with policies & procedures & legislation.
➡️Childcare Practitioner may have responsibilities across all parts of the service
➡️Work as part of a team to implement programmes and activities.
➡️Meet & greet parents and children
➡️Adhere to Policies & Procedures & Child Protection Policy of Daingean Community Childcare Services
➡️Ensure children are supervised at all times
➡️Support Children’s self-esteem & communication skills through age appropriate interaction & activities
➡️Perform other related duties & training as required
➡️Minimum FETAC Level 5 Required
✅Position 2.
❗This position is a 20 hour permanent contract for Afterschool Children.
❗The hours are Monday – Friday 2.00pm – 6.00pm
❗Minimum FETAC Level 5 Required
Role:
➡️To assist staff members with activities & homework for all afterschool children
➡️Assist at mealtimes & cleaning up, ensuring a safe, clean environment
➡️Supervising children at all times
➡️To have good communication with children & parents
➡️Adhere to Policies & Procedures & Child Protection Policy of Daingean Community Childcare Services
These Roles are Not Lead Educator Positions
To apply please forward CV to daingeanchildcare@gmail.com
Closing Date Monday 24th February 2025
Early Years Childcare
Monday, 20 January 2025 | Tullamore
Preschool Practitioner
We wish to expand our team.
We are looking for applicants with a Childcare Level 5 qualification.(Level 6 desireable)
Job Type: Part time
Expected hours: 16 per week
Schedule: Tuesday- Friday
We are looking for applicants with a Childcare Level 5 qualification.(Level 6 desireable)
Job Type: Part time
Expected hours: 16 per week
Schedule: Tuesday- Friday
Grovelands Childcare
Monday, 20 January 2025 | Tullamore
Early Years Educator
We are currently recruiting for a Full Time Early Years Educator for Grovelands Childcare, Tullamore
The successful candidate must be available to work Monday - Friday ,shifts between the hours of 8am and 6pm
Duties and Responsibilities
• To ensure a safe, secure and healthy environment for the health, welfare and development of the children
• Actively engage the children in developmentally appropriate learning activities through the Aistear curriculum to facilitate the potential development of each child.
• Observe and record children’s progress
• To communicate effectively with children, families and staff alike.
• Meet established policies and procedures, creating an environment of best practice.
The successful candidate must have:
• A sincere and genuine love for children
• Childcare Qualification as listed on the DCEDIY recognised Childcare Qualifications to minimum Level 5 from a recognised body though Level 7+ would be advantageous
• Knowledge of TUSLA requirements and 2016 regulation
• Minimum 1 year paid working experience in a childcare setting
• Knowledge of working with Siolta and Aistear
• First Aid, Manual Handling and Food Safety Certified an advantage
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be available to work 39 hours per week
• Must be eligible to work in Ireland
What we offer :
• Staff discount on childcare
• Career progression
• Training and Development
• Education assistance
• Pension Scheme
• Staff appreciation days
• Onsite parking
Join our award winning team today !
Please send CV’s to Lisa.Manning@grovelandschildcare.ie
The successful candidate must be available to work Monday - Friday ,shifts between the hours of 8am and 6pm
Duties and Responsibilities
• To ensure a safe, secure and healthy environment for the health, welfare and development of the children
• Actively engage the children in developmentally appropriate learning activities through the Aistear curriculum to facilitate the potential development of each child.
• Observe and record children’s progress
• To communicate effectively with children, families and staff alike.
• Meet established policies and procedures, creating an environment of best practice.
The successful candidate must have:
• A sincere and genuine love for children
• Childcare Qualification as listed on the DCEDIY recognised Childcare Qualifications to minimum Level 5 from a recognised body though Level 7+ would be advantageous
• Knowledge of TUSLA requirements and 2016 regulation
• Minimum 1 year paid working experience in a childcare setting
• Knowledge of working with Siolta and Aistear
• First Aid, Manual Handling and Food Safety Certified an advantage
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be available to work 39 hours per week
• Must be eligible to work in Ireland
What we offer :
• Staff discount on childcare
• Career progression
• Training and Development
• Education assistance
• Pension Scheme
• Staff appreciation days
• Onsite parking
Join our award winning team today !
Please send CV’s to Lisa.Manning@grovelandschildcare.ie
Killeigh Community Preschool and Aftersc
Wednesday, 08 January 2025 | Killeigh
School Age Practitioner
Killeigh Community Pre-school and Afterschool are seeking applications for a School age Practitioner for the AFTERSCHOOL.
The post will be from Monday to Friday: 20-25 hours a week afternoons
The ideal candidate will have:
✅Experience working with children in a childcare setting .
✅Excellent Communication and Organisational Skills
✅Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
✅A genuine passion for working with children.
✅A Level 5 qualification in Childcare would be desirable
For more enquiries please contact Sandra Gibson on 0879749797
To apply please send CV and Cover letter to killeighpreschool@yahoo.ie
Please mark the subject link JOB ADVERT ATTN: SANDRA GIBSON
The post will be from Monday to Friday: 20-25 hours a week afternoons
The ideal candidate will have:
✅Experience working with children in a childcare setting .
✅Excellent Communication and Organisational Skills
✅Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
✅A genuine passion for working with children.
✅A Level 5 qualification in Childcare would be desirable
For more enquiries please contact Sandra Gibson on 0879749797
To apply please send CV and Cover letter to killeighpreschool@yahoo.ie
Please mark the subject link JOB ADVERT ATTN: SANDRA GIBSON
Grovelands Childcare
Tuesday, 07 January 2025 | Tullamore
Centre Manager
Grovelands Childcare -Centre Manager Tullamore
✅Job description
Grovelands Childcare are multi award winning early learning and care providers. Established in 1992 Grovelands Childcare now employ over 130 early years educators and cater for over 750 families in the midlands.
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced manager to join our management team.
The ideal candidate will have a proven background in both managing staff and effectively communicating with clients. A Level 7+ qualification in childcare and early education though desirable is not essential. However a relevant childcare qualification is required. The position is a full time position.
✅Key responsibilities:
-To execute the efficient and effective management of the centre on a day-to-day basis
-To manage and motivate a team of qualified childcare practitioners
-To continuously develop the centre and play a pivotal role in the promotion of the business.
-To maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all aspects of the business
-To act as the Designated Child Protection Liaison Person in line with Children First ,National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children.
-To build relationships with parents
-To take on other responsibilities as reasonably requested by Senior Management.
Personal skills and experience:
Essential:
-At least 3 years experience in early childhood care and education
-Previously managerial experience
-Proven experience of staff management
-The ability to remain confidential at all times
-Excellent organisational skills
-Excellent communication skills
-Ability to motivate others and lead by example
-Work as part of a team
-Proficiency in Microsoft office packages
-Flexible, can-do attitude
-Full, clean driver licence
Desirable
-Level 7+ Qualification in Childcare and/or Management
-Knowledge of Government Childcare Schemes
If interested please send CV & cover letter to: Lisa.manning@grovelandschildcare.ie
✅Job description
Grovelands Childcare are multi award winning early learning and care providers. Established in 1992 Grovelands Childcare now employ over 130 early years educators and cater for over 750 families in the midlands.
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced manager to join our management team.
The ideal candidate will have a proven background in both managing staff and effectively communicating with clients. A Level 7+ qualification in childcare and early education though desirable is not essential. However a relevant childcare qualification is required. The position is a full time position.
✅Key responsibilities:
-To execute the efficient and effective management of the centre on a day-to-day basis
-To manage and motivate a team of qualified childcare practitioners
-To continuously develop the centre and play a pivotal role in the promotion of the business.
-To maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all aspects of the business
-To act as the Designated Child Protection Liaison Person in line with Children First ,National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children.
-To build relationships with parents
-To take on other responsibilities as reasonably requested by Senior Management.
Personal skills and experience:
Essential:
-At least 3 years experience in early childhood care and education
-Previously managerial experience
-Proven experience of staff management
-The ability to remain confidential at all times
-Excellent organisational skills
-Excellent communication skills
-Ability to motivate others and lead by example
-Work as part of a team
-Proficiency in Microsoft office packages
-Flexible, can-do attitude
-Full, clean driver licence
Desirable
-Level 7+ Qualification in Childcare and/or Management
-Knowledge of Government Childcare Schemes
If interested please send CV & cover letter to: Lisa.manning@grovelandschildcare.ie