Early Years Cover Staff – Fixed Term, Growth & Impact

Tigerschildcare; Dublin; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 paid holidays including bank hols

HSF Health Plan discount 10%

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Educational Assistance Programme

CPD and career development

Job summary

Tigers Childcare is hiring for Cover Staff (Early Years) at Belgard, Knocklyon, and Knocklyon Lodge. This full-time, 1-year fixed-term contract offers an hourly rate of €18.00.

The role focuses on delivering holistic, play-based early years education, aligned with Aistear and Siolta, and on supporting children, families and colleagues. Ideal candidates hold Fetac Level 5 in Early Childhood Care and Education, with childcare experience preferred, and demonstrate reliability, empathy, and

Qualifications

• Must-Haves: Fetac Level 5 in Early Childhood Care and Education; experience in childcare (preferred); passion, reliability, empathy, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic, play-based early years education to support children’s development.
• Ensure curriculum aligns with best practice and Siolta/Aistear frameworks.
• Provide engaging care and observations that enable colleagues and families to track each child’s progress.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, professionalism, inclusion, and care.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Attention to detail

Passion for children

Education

Fetac Level 5 in Early Childhood Care & Education

Job description

Tigers Childcare is hiring for Cover Staff (Early Years) at Belgard, Knocklyon, and Knocklyon Lodge. This full-time, 1-year fixed-term contract offers an hourly rate of €18.00.

The role focuses on delivering holistic, play-based early years education, aligned with Aistear and Siolta, and on supporting children, families and colleagues. Ideal candidates hold Fetac Level 5 in Early Childhood Care and Education, with childcare experience preferred, and demonstrate reliability, empathy, and