Childcare Practitioner

Galway Childcare; Galway; Hybrid; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ballinderry Childcare in Kilconnell, Co. Galway, is seeking a caring Early Years Educator to join our team. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am–6:00 pm, with breaks; Pay: competitive rate.

You will provide a safe, welcoming environment, support children's care, plan activities, complete observations, and work closely with colleagues and parents while following safeguarding and health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 5 in Early Learning and Care.
• Recognised equivalent acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Providing a safe, welcoming and engaging environment for children.
• Supporting children’s care, play and learning throughout the day.
• Planning and carrying out age-appropriate activities.
• Completing observations and other required records.
• Working closely with colleagues and communicating with parents.
• Following the service’s safeguarding, health and safety, and daily care procedures.

Education

Level 5 in Early Learning and Care

Job description

Full-Time Early Years Educator Ballinderry Childcare is seeking a caring, enthusiastic Early Years Educator to join our team in Kilconnell, Co. Galway. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am–6:00 pm, with breaks Pay: Competitive rate of pay Qualification: Minimum Level 5 in Early Learning and Care, or a recognised equivalent

The role includes:

• Providing a safe, welcoming and engaging environment for children
• Supporting children’s care, play and learning throughout the day
• Planning and carrying out age-appropriate activities
• Completing observations and other required records
• Working closely with colleagues and communicating with parents
• Following the service’s safeguarding, health and safety, and daily care procedures

The successful applicant will be dependable, enjoy working as part of a team, and have a warm, respectful approach to children and families. Experience in an early years setting is desirable.