Childcare Assistant level 5 to 9 required

Ashleigh Galvin

Dublin

On-site

EUR 25,000 - 32,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Babes in the Wood Creche, Dublin, is hiring a flexible, experienced Early Years Practitioner to join as a Childcare Assistant (Level 5–9). The role is available on a full-time or part-time basis, with a strong emphasis on delivering high‑quality, safe, and nurturing care for young children.

You will implement the Aistear curriculum, maintain positive relationships with children, colleagues and parents, and ensure compliance with health and safety policies.

Qualifications

  • A Childcare Degree Award Level 5 or higher from a recognised body.
  • Minimum 1 year experience in a childcare setting.
  • Knowledge of the Aistear Curriculum and Siolta Quality Framework.
  • Fluency in English (spoken and written).
  • Manual Handling and Occupational First Aid certificates would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring the individual needs of children are identified and met to the highest standards.
  • Adhering to company policies, procedures and operational practices at all times with particular attention to occupational health and safety.
  • Developing and maintaining positive working relationships with children, staff and parents.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Childcare Degree Level 5 or higher

Job description

Childcare Assistant (Level 5–9)

Babes in the Wood Creche, Cedarbrook Walk, Cherry Orchard, Dublin 10

We are currently hiring a flexible, experienced, and qualified Early Years Practitioner to work as a Childcare Assistant in our Creche. The role is available on a full‑time and part‑time basis with mandatory FETAC Level 5 or higher experience.

Responsibilities
  • Ensuring the individual needs of children are identified and met to the highest standards.
  • Adhering to company policies, procedures and operational practices at all times with particular attention to occupational health and safety.
  • Developing and maintaining positive working relationships with children, staff and parents.
Requirements
  • A Childcare Degree Award Level 5 or higher from a recognised body.
  • Minimum 1 year experience in a childcare setting.
  • A desire to learn progressively throughout your career.
  • Knowledge of the Aistear Curriculum and Siolta Quality Framework.
  • Manual Handling and Occupational First Aid certificates would be an advantage.
  • Good communication skills: fluency in both spoken and written English.

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