Early Years Educator

The Childcare Directory Ltd; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The Childcare Directory Ltd in Dublin is seeking a dedicated Early Years Educator for a part-time role (8:30am–12:30pm, Monday to Friday). You will create a safe, nurturing environment and deliver an inquiry-based curriculum in line with Aistear and Siolta.

You will work closely with parents and staff, uphold health and hygiene standards, and commit to continuous professional development. Immediate start subject to notice period and Garda vetting.

Qualifications

• Minimum QQI Level 5 in Childcare (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years experience working in an Early Years Environment.
• Up to date First Aid, Children's First, Fire Safety, Manual Handling and HACCP.
• Knowledge of Aistear, the National Curriculum Framework and Siolta, the National Quality Framework.
• A willingness for Continuous Professional Development training throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing, inclusive environment for all children.
• Support children's learning and development through an inquiry-based curriculum, in line with Aistear and Siolta.
• Work collaboratively with parents, colleague's, management and all stakeholders.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and hygiene in line with our policies and procedures.

Skills

QQI Level 5 in Childcare

2 years Early Years experience

First Aid

Children's First

Fire Safety

Manual Handling

HACCP

Aistear

Siolta

National Curriculum Framework

CPD training

Education

QQI Level 5 in Childcare

Job description

We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Educator to join our team. Someone with a genuine passion for working with children and working as part of a team. This position is Part-Time, 8:30am - 12:30pm Monday - Friday.

Requirements:

• Minimum QQI Level 5 in Childcare (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years experience working in an Early Years Environment.
• Up to date First Aid, Children's First, Fire Safety, Manual Handling and HACCP.
• Knowledge of Aistear, the National Curriculum Framework and Siolta, the National Quality Framework.
• A willingness for Continuous Professional Development training throughout the year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a safe, nurturing, inclusive environment for all children.
• Support children's learning and development through an inquiry-based curriculum, in line with Aistear and Siolta.
• Work collaboratively with parents, colleague's, management and all stakeholders.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and hygiene in line with our policies and procedures.

Salary is competitive and on a scale based on Qualifications.

The position is immediate start dependent on notice period and Garda vetting.

If you are interested and committed to delivering high quality early years education, we would love to hear from you.