Early Years Educator

Hollybank Trustees Ltd

Cork

On-site

EUR 2,123,000 - 2,630,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 23 days + company days

Further education and training support

Maternity Leave pay

Sick pay

Employee assistance programme

Employee Purchasing Schemes

100% Attendance Bonus Holidays

Fertility Support Leave

Early Pregnancy Loss Leave

Job summary

Respond Early Year’s Service in Cork is seeking an Early Years’ Educator to deliver a high-quality, play-based curriculum rooted in Aistear and Síolta. You will guide and supervise children, supporting emotional, social, and cognitive development in a nurturing environment.

The role is 25 hours per week, fixed term for one year, with salary €15.41–€19.09 per hour. Garda Vetting is required and benefits include extensive leave, training support, and maternity/sick pay.

Qualifications

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate with a dedicated team.
Commitment to high quality early education.
Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
Motivated to work on own initiative.
Will undergo Garda Vetting as part of recruitment.

Responsibilities

Deliver and implement a high-quality, play-based curriculum under national frameworks (Aistear and Síolta).
Observe, stimulate and supervise children in indoor and outdoor settings.
Follow service policies and procedures at all times.
Conduct observations and learning stories for all children.
Organise materials reflecting children’s interests and abilities.
Implement a curriculum that fosters independence and self-esteem.
Support children’s emotional, social and cognitive development.
Assist in providing healthy snacks meeting dietary needs.
Engage with parents to enhance learning experiences.
Promote the service within the local community.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Flexible & adaptable

Initiative

Interpersonal skills

Education

FETAC Level 5 in Early Years Education

Experience in early years

Job description

Location: On site / Cork, Ireland
job type: Fixed term / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Childcare | Childcare Assistant
Hourly Salary range:from € 15.41 to € 19.09

Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking for a meaningful role in a purpose-driven organisation? At Respond, we believe in creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where children can thrive, and staff can grow. Our aim is to deliver high-quality, play-based education that makes a real difference. If you’re ready to bring your skills, creativity, and care to our service then we want to hear from you!

Respond is committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce. If you do not “tick every box” there are likely other valuable attributes and skills that you have, that would make you a great fit for the organisation. We welcome applications from people of all cultures, nationalities, genders and from anyone who has historically faced social exclusion. If you feel this role is for you, then please apply.

Role: Early Years’ Educator

Location: Respond Early Year’s Service, Millpark, Blackpool, Cork

Reporting to: Early Year’s Service Manager

Terms: 25 hours per week (Mon-Fri)

Contract: Fixed term (1 year)

Salary scale: €15.41- €19.09 per hour

(Please note that offers are typically made at the beginning to mid-range of the advertised salary, based on skills and experience)

Annual leave of 23 days plus additional company days
Further education and training assistance
Maternity Leave pay
Sick pay
Employee assistance programme
Employee Purchasing Schemes
100% Attendance Bonus Holidays
Fertility Support Leave
Early Pregnancy Loss Leave

Job Purpose:

To act as a positive role model and be responsible for delivering and implementing a high-quality play-based curriculum under the guidance of the national quality frameworks Aistear and Síolta both indoors and outdoors. To, guide, observe, stimulate and supervise children in a safe and caring environment as part of the childcare team.

Responsibilities

To follow the policies and procedures of the service at all times.
To conduct observation and learning stories for all children.
Organise materials and resources to ensure that they reflect the children’s emerging interests and abilities.
To implement a play based curriculum that encourages independence and fosters the growth of self esteem within all children.
To support children’s emotional, social and cognitive development.
To assist in providing healthy snacks that meet children's growing needs and reflect variations in culture or dietary requirements.
To develop and support parental involvement strategies that enhance children’s learning experiences.
Ensuring that the welfare of children is paramount in accordance with Children First; National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children.
Promote the services in the local community and broader area to assist and support the quality and sustainability of the service.
To perform other reasonable and relevant duties as may be required from time to time.

Person Specification

Commitment to high quality early education.
The ability to work in collaboration with a dedicated team.
Highly motivated to work on own initiative.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A professional and enthusiastic disposition.
Flexible and adaptable.
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development.
Garda Vetting will be required as part of the recruitment process on an ongoing basis.

Qualification & Experience: