Early Years Educator

Karen O'Flynn Pathways Childcare Ltd; Munster; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Karen O'Flynn Pathways Childcare Ltd in Ireland is seeking a passionate Early Years Educator to join our caring team. If you love working with young children and watching them grow, we'd love to hear from you.

We offer a full-time position in a busy childcare setting in Cork. Applicants must hold QQI Level 5 in Early Years/Childcare and be eligible to work in Ireland (employment permit rules apply for non-EEA nationals).

Qualifications

• Holds the relevant Early Years/Childcare qualification: QQI Level 5 or equivalent.
• Full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality care and education to young children
• Planning and supporting age-appropriate activities and experiences
• Building warm, positive relationships with children and their families
• Supporting children's emotional, social and developmental needs
• Maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment
• Working closely with colleagues as part of a busy childcare team
• Following Pathways Childcare's policies, procedures and best-practice guidelines

Skills

Teamwork

Strong communication

Initiative

Caring and patient

Reliable and organised

Passion for childcare

Education

QQI Level 5 Childcare

Job description

PATHWAYS IRELAND, Unit 1, The Mall, Maryborough Woods, Co. Cork, T12 YH6R

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit.

Job Description

We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and caring Early Years Educator to join our team. If you love working with young children and watching them grow and learn, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality care and education to young children
• Planning and supporting age-appropriate activities and experiences
• Building warm, positive relationships with children and their families
• Supporting children's emotional, social and developmental needs
• Maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment
• Working closely with colleagues as part of a busy childcare team
• Following Pathways Childcare's policies, procedures and best-practice guidelines

Key Requirements

• Has a genuine passion for working with young children
• Is warm, caring, patient and enthusiastic
• Works well as part of a team
• Works using their own initiative
• Has excellent communication skills
• Is reliable, organised and able to work in a busy environment
• Is committed to providing high-quality childcare and early years education
• Holds the relevant Early Years/Childcare qualification: minimum QQI level 5
• This is a Full-time position.

Benefits

• A friendly and supportive team environment
• A busy and rewarding working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training

• Sector: education

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]