Early Years Playgroup Leader: Nurture & Inspire Learning

Zohorecruit; Shankill; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Discoveries Creche & Montessori School Ltd in Shankill, Ireland, is seeking a Playgroup Leader to provide a safe and stimulating environment for young children. The role involves planning and delivering age-appropriate activities aligned with early childhood frameworks, while supporting development across multiple domains and maintaining accurate progress records.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with staff, ensure safeguarding compliance, and contribute to an inclusive

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care and Education or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in early years/childcare settings.
• Knowledge of Aistear and Síolta frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
• Plan, prepare and deliver age-appropriate play and activities.
• Support development across physical, emotional, social, language and cognitive areas.
• Observe and record children's progress and wellbeing as required.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and guardians.
• Promote positive behaviour and independence.

Skills

Strong communication

Observation

Record-keeping

Teamwork

Health and safety awareness

Education

QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care and Education

Job description

Discoveries Creche & Montessori School Ltd in Shankill, Ireland, is seeking a Playgroup Leader to provide a safe and stimulating environment for young children. The role involves planning and delivering age-appropriate activities aligned with early childhood frameworks, while supporting development across multiple domains and maintaining accurate progress records.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with staff, ensure safeguarding compliance, and contribute to an inclusive