Early Years Educator

Ashleigh Galvin; Dublin; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

An early years educational provider in Dublin is seeking a dedicated part-time Early Years Educator to join their team. The ideal candidate will support children's learning in a nurturing environment, collaborate with parents and colleagues, and maintain high health and hygiene standards. A minimum QQI Level 5 in Childcare is required along with up-to-date certifications in First Aid. If you are passionate about early years education, we invite you to apply for this rewarding role.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum QQI Level 5 in Childcare or equivalent.
• Up-to-date certifications in First Aid and Child Protection required.
• Knowledge of early childhood educational frameworks such as Aistear and Siolta.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for all children.
• Support children's learning through an inquiry-based curriculum.
• Collaborate with parents, colleagues, and management to ensure quality education.
• Maintain high standards of health and hygiene.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Team collaboration

Knowledge of Aistear

Continuous Professional Development

HACCP

Aistear knowledge

Siolta knowledge

National Curriculum Framework

CPD commitment

Education

Minimum QQI Level 5 in Childcare

Tools

First Aid Certification

Garda Vetting

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. Working Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:00am-1:30 PM and 8:00-4:00 Wednesday.

Requirements:

• Minimum QQI Level 5 in Childcare (or equivalent).
• 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.

A successful candidate will be required to undergo Garda Vetting prior to commencing employment.

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.

To apply, please send email with a your CV and two letters of reference to the enclosed email address.