Early years educator- Ashbourne

Tigerschildcare; Ashbourne; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Tigers Childcare Ashbourne is seeking an Early Years Educator to join our team in a full-time, permanent role. This position offers a nurturing environment where children learn through play and exploration, guided by Aistear and Siolta frameworks.

You will lead a room, plan curriculum, and mentor staff while upholding our values of care, inclusion and quality. A Fetac Level 5 or equivalent is required, with enthusiasm for professional growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Fetac Level 5 (or recognised equivalent) in Early Childhood Care and Education.
• Experience in a childcare role is preferred.
• Demonstrates passion, reliability, empathy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early years care and education, leading your room and team.
• Ensure curriculum planning and learning experiences align with Aistear and Siolta.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to your team.

Skills

Experience in childcare

Passion for working with children

Reliability

Empathy

Attention to detail

Education

Fetac Level 5 in Early Childhood Care and Education

Job description

Job Category: Childcare Early years educator

Early Years Educator – Tigers Childcare- Ashbourne

Ashbourne | Full-time |Permanent |€16.00 to €17.14per hour

At Tigers Childcare, we don’t just hire for roles — we hire for impact. Whether you work directly with children, support behind the scenes, or lead teams across services, your work helps shape a nurturing environment where children – and colleagues – can thrive.

If you're organised, values-driven, and ready to contribute to something bigger, this could be your next chapter.

Why We Do What We Do

Tigers Childcare creates exceptional environments where children thrive through play, exploration and meaningful relationships. With 33 centres and growing, we’re one of Ireland’s leading childcare providers – committed to quality, inclusion and continuous improvement.

The same values that guide how we support children – curiosity, care, consistency and high expectations – shape how we support our teams. At Tigers, we invest in your development, prioritise wellbeing, and make sure everyone feels they belong.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Deliver high-quality, full-time early years care and education, leading your room and team to support children’s holistic development.
• Ensure curriculum planning and learning experiences align with Aistear and Siolta, maintaining compliance and quality standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to your team, helping them support children’s development and wellbeing.
• Contribute to a culture of professionalism, inclusion, safety, and care within your room and across the centre.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Must-Haves

• Fetac Level 5 (or recognised equivalent) in Early Childhood Care and Education
• Experience in a childcare role (preferred)
• Passion for working with children, reliability, empathy, and attention to detail

Nice‑to‑Haves

• Experience applying Aistear and Siolta in practice
• Interest in continued growth within a values-driven childcare setting

The Perks, the Pay, and the Purpose

What the Role Offers You

• A meaningful role contributing to early years development and centre success
• Supportive colleagues and a genuinely values-led culture
• Opportunities to grow and develop through CPD and learning
• A role where your care, detail and professionalism are noticed and valued

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary: €16 to €17.14 per hour (depending on qualifications and experience)
• 30 paid holiday days (including bank holidays, with service-based increases)
• 10% discount on HSF Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Educational Assistance Programme
• CPD and career development opportunities
• Onboarding induction, colleague appreciation days, and quarterly paid team meetings
• Break room facilities and on-site parking

Let’s Build Something Brilliant Together

If this sounds like your kind of role, we’d love to hear from you.

All roles are subject to Garda Vetting and reference checks in line with regulatory requirements and Tigers Childcare’s Safeguarding Policy. Tigers Childcare is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.