AIM Classroom Assistant - Dublin (Specific Purpose)

SVP; Dublin; On-site; EUR 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

SVP is seeking an AIM Classroom Assistant (Specific Purpose) in Dublin 1. This 15-hour weekly role runs Monday to Friday, 9am–12pm, supporting a child in the Free Pre-school year and promoting inclusive participation.

You will assist with daily routines, encourage involvement in activities, and provide targeted 1:1 support to foster development, social skills, and independence within the pre-school setting.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care & Education is essential.
• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience with preschool children.
• Knowledge of early years principles (Aistear and Siolta).

Responsibilities

• Promote inclusive practice and support a child in daily preschool activities.
• Provide 1:1 support as required to foster positive peer interactions.
• Assist with routines and encourage participation in group activities.

Skills

Initiative

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Organisation

Education

QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care & Education

Job description

AIM Classroom Assistant - Dublin (Specific Purpose)

Salary range: €12,012 per annum; paid monthly

Experience: QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care & Education is essential

Description:

SVP is a large, national, voluntary organisation with extensive experience of working with a diverse range of people who experience poverty and exclusion. Through its network of volunteers and staff, it is strongly committed to working for social justice and advocates the creation of a more just and caring society. SVP employs people to support volunteers in a variety of settings including housing, community care, shops, administration, and other specialist areas.

The Role:

We are currently looking to recruit a AIM Classroom Assistant (Specific Purpose; 15 hours per week - Monday to Friday 9am to 12pm) to join our Children & Familyteam in Ozanam House - Mountjoy Square, Dublin 1. The AIM Classroom Assistant will work directly with an identified child/children in the Free Pre-school year (ECCE) classroom. Their role will promote inclusive practice, offering the child/children an opportunity to participate fully in pre-school.

The AIM assistant will support the child’s access and inclusion into daily activities and routines while also encouraging group participation. Intense 1:1 support may be required to promote positive peer interactions and to support the child in daily self-care such as changing, toileting, eating, washing hands.

The overall goal is to support them in their educational, social and emotional development for the duration of their time in our pre-school service, promoting independence and preparing the child/children for the transition into the next stage of their education. This is a great opportunity to join one of Ireland’s largest voluntary organisations and make a difference in your community.

Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required

Qualifications

• A Minimum QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care & Education is essential.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience of working directly with pre-school children in an early year's setting is essential.
• Experience of working with this age group in a similar setting.
• Experience of working in the community or voluntary sector is an advantage.

Knowledge

• Good knowledge of underlying principles in early years education including Aistear and Siolta.

Skills

• Ability to use initiative and display enthusiasm and an interest in supporting and empowering young children and their families.
• Strong organisational skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work well on own and as a team member.
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate empathy for young children and their families.

Appointment is subject to Garda Vetting and satisfactory references. Canvassing will not be accepted and may lead to disqualification. Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted.