Childcare Practitioners, Eden Gate, Delgany, Co. Wicklow

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd.; Delgany; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation assistance

30+ days annual leave

Closed for Christmas Week

Discounted health insurance access

Training & development

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd. invites applications for experienced Early Years Educators at Eden Gate, Delgany, Co. Wicklow. The role is full-time (40 hours per week, Mon–Fri) with an immediate start subject to vetting. You will care for children from babies to pre and after school, collaborating with a friendly team.

Applicants should hold QQI / FETAC Level 5 in Childcare and be eligible to work full time in Ireland. Garda Vetting and international police clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• All applicants must hold QQI / FETAC Level 5 in Childcare.
• Eligible to work full time in Ireland.
• Garda Vetting and international police clearance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a quality service to children and parents.
• Work as part of a team and liaise with team members & leaders.
• Develop new ideas and activities to encourage learning.
• Liaise with parents/guardians and keep them informed of their child’s day.
• Report concerns to the team leader/manager.
• Participate in themed days and cooperate with inspectors.

Skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Hardworking

Ambitious

Education

QQI / FETAC Level 5 in Childcare

Job description

Role Overview

We are currently seeking experienced Early Years Educators to join our fantastic team in Eden Gate, Delgany, Co. Wicklow.

We Have Various Positions Available

• Full-time (40 hrs p/w Monday to Friday)
• Part-time (8:00 to 2:00 Monday to Friday)

These positions require an immediate start (pending vetting procedures).

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to work with children of all ages from babies to pre and after school children.

Benefits

• Assistance with Accommodation
• More than 30 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Closed for the Christmas Week
• We celebrate various international days throughout the year (Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter) with gifts for staff.
• Birthdays and Anniversaries Celebrations
• Internal Training
• Sick Pay
• Uniform Provided
• Access to discounted health insurance
• Employee and team of the quarter award
• Regular performance reviews
• Social Events
• Free Parking
• Employee Assistance programme
• Educational Assistance programme
• Employee referral Bonus €500 for person referring candidate and €250 for person referred

Role Responsibilities

The Role

• To ensure the provision of a quality service to children and parents
• To work as part of a team and liaise with other team members & team leaders
• To come up with new ideas and activities to encourage learning with the children
• To liaise with parents/guardians of the children and keep them informed of their children’s day
• To report all areas of concern to the team leader/manager
• To participate in themed days within the crèche when needed
• To co-operate with TUSLA Early Years Inspectors

Working Hours

Full time position: 40 hours per week - Crèche opening hours are from 7.30am to 6.30pm, shifts are up to 8 hours in duration and will be confirmed by Management.

Required Qualifications

• All applicants must have minimum QQI / FETAC Level 5 in Childcare. All other qualifications must be recognised by the DCDE.
• All applicants must be eligible to work full time in Ireland.
• We are eager to find a candidate with a genuine passion towards Early Years. The perfect candidate would be hardworking, ambitious, creative and a real team player
• Additional experience and qualifications are highly desirable. Garda Vetting (and international police clearance if having lived outside of Ireland for more than 6 months) will also be required.

**Please note, applications will only be accepted for those who hold a qualification in Childcare or related discipline**