Coachford Community Playgroup (CE Scheme - Childcare Assistant) - CE Scheme - BACP- Community E[...]

BACP- Community Employment; Coachford; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare provider in Municipal District of Macroom seeks a Childcare Assistant for a developmental opportunity. This role requires no prior experience, as accredited training will be provided. Responsibilities include assisting in daily operations, ensuring child safety, and maintaining a nurturing environment. Verification of eligibility and suitable character references are necessary for applicants.

Benefits

Accredited training provided

Qualifications

• Eligibility for CE usually requires residents to be 21 years or over, or 18 years for specific disadvantaged groups.
• Willingness to undergo Garda vetting process.
• Character references required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day running of the childcare centre.
• Provide a stimulating program of activities for children.
• Ensure child safety at all times.
• Maintain the learning environment daily.

Skills

Good standard of English

Job description

Coachford Community Playgroup (CE Scheme - Childcare Assistant)

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form.

Job Description

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the day‑to‑day running of our child care centre
• Providing a stimulating and varied programme of activities ensuring the wellbeing of the child
• Ensuring child safety at all times
• Maintaining the learning environment daily

Training provided in childcare QQI level 5, placement available to a maximum of three years to allow you to gain child care practitioner qualification and to gain the relevant work experience.

CEEC (Community Employment Childcare) programme is available to participants to include children up to 13 years of age.

A good standard of English is desirable. Applicants must supply suitable character references and be prepared complete a Garda vetting application form.