Childcare Assistant

Ready Steady Grow Creche; Ballybofey; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ready Steady Grow Creche in Ballybofey, Co. Donegal, is seeking a passionate childcare assistant to join our team. You will work with qualified professionals to support daily activities, assist with educational play, and help maintain a safe, nurturing environment for children.

We value teamwork, clear communication, and patience. Requirements include a minimum Level 5 in childcare studies and at least 1 year of relevant experience. Desirable candidates live in or near Ballybofey, Ireland.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 5 in childcare studies or equivalent.
• At least 1 year experience in childcare.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing high-quality care and supervision for the children.
• Organize and participate in play and educational activities.
• Support children with daily routines.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for children at all times.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents and team members.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children at all times.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Empathy

Creativity

Education

Level 5 in childcare studies

Job description

READY STEADY GROW, Glenview Bus Pk, Ballybofey, Co. Donegal, F93 N7FF

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Application Details

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Job Description

We at Ready Steady Grow are dedicated to providing nurturing and educational environment where children can grow, learn and thrive. We are looking for a passionate and caring childcare assistant to join our team and to help create a positive, fun and safe atmosphere for the children in our care. As a Childcare Assistant, you will work alongside our qualified childcare professionals to support the daily activities of the children. Your role will include assisting with educational activities, organizing playtime, ensuring children’s safety and well-being and supporting their social and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in providing high-quality care and supervision for the children.
• Help organize and participate in play and educational activities.
• Support children with their daily routines.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for children at all times.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents and team members.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of a level 5 In childcare studies.
• Previous experience working in childcare or a similar role is desirable.
• Ability to work in a team is essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy and creativity.

• Sector: education

Career Level

• Entry Level

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 1
• Minimum Qualification: Level 5 (incl Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied/ Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme) OR Level 5 in Childcare

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Communications, Interpersonal Skills
• Competency Skills: Teamwork, Time Management