Early Years Practitioner (Part-Time) Distillery View, Limerick

Respond; Limerick; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated early years service in Limerick is seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner to deliver a high-quality, play-based curriculum. You will guide children’s development in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have a FETAC Level 5 qualification and experience in early childhood education. This part-time position offers a competitive hourly wage along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Annual leave of 23 days

Further education and training assistance

Sick pay

Employee assistance programme

100% Attendance Bonus Holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of FETAC Level 5 in Early Years Education.
• One-year post-qualification experience in early years.
• Strong understanding and experience in Early Childhood Education and working with parents/carers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality play-based curriculum under guidance.
• Guide, observe and supervise children.
• Support children’s emotional, social and cognitive development.

Skills

Commitment to high-quality early education

Ability to work collaboratively with a dedicated team

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Education

FETAC Level 5 in Early Years Education

Job description

Overview

Early Years Practitioner (Part-Time) – Distillery View, Thomondgate, Limerick, Ireland

Respond Early Years Service invites applications from individuals passionate about early childhood education to join a purpose-driven organisation focused on high-quality, play-based learning in a nurturing environment.

Job Details

• Job Title: Early Years Practitioner
• Location: Respond Early Years Service Distillery View, Thomondgate, Limerick
• Reporting to: Early Years Childcare Manager
• Terms: Part-time Permanent
• Hours: 25 hours per week, Mon-Fri 9:00am – 2:00pm
• Salary (hourly rate): From €14.75 to €19.08 per hour
• Note: Offers are typically made at the beginning to mid-range of the advertised salary based on skills and experience

Benefits

• Annual leave of 23 days plus additional company days
• Further education and training assistance
• Maternity Leave pay
• Sick pay
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee Purchasing Schemes
• 100% Attendance Bonus Holidays
• Adoptive Leave
• Surrogacy Leave
• Fertility Support Leave
• Early Pregnancy Loss Leave

Job Purpose

To act as a positive role model and deliver a high-quality play-based curriculum under the guidance of the national quality frameworks Aistear and Solta, indoors and outdoors. To guide, observe, stimulate and supervise children in a safe and caring environment as part of the childcare team.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

• Promote and adhere to the service ethos and mission of Respond.
• Follow the policies and procedures of the service at all times.
• Conduct observations and learning stories for all children.
• Organise materials and resources to reflect children’s emerging interests and abilities.
• Implement a play-based curriculum that encourages independence and fosters self-esteem.
• Support children’s emotional, social and cognitive development.
• Assist in providing healthy snacks that meet growing needs and accommodate cultural or dietary requirements.
• Develop and support parental involvement strategies to enhance learning experiences.
• Ensure the welfare of children is paramount in accordance with Children First; National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children.
• Promote the service in the local community and wider area to support quality and sustainability.
• Perform other reasonable and relevant duties as required.

Person Specification

• Commitment to high-quality early education
• Ability to work collaboratively with a dedicated team
• Highly motivated to work on own initiative
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional and enthusiastic disposition
• Flexible and adaptable
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• Garda Vetting will be required as part of the recruitment process on an ongoing basis

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of FETAC Level 5 in Early Years Education
• One-year post-qualification experience in early years
• Strong understanding and experience in Early Childhood Education and working with parents/carers

Closing date

Friday 17 October 2025