Part Time Educator

Donegalchildcare; Ireland; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Scholarship Programme

In-house training

Job summary

A childcare organization located in Ireland is seeking an Early Years Educator to join their dedicated team. The ideal candidate will build strong relationships to foster early childhood development and support children’s emotional growth. We offer a permanent position with a pension scheme, scholarship program, and quality in-house training. While an Advanced/Higher Certificate and 1 year of experience in early childhood education are preferred, passionate applicants are welcomed. Interested candidates should apply by sending a CV to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• An Advanced/Higher Certificate is preferred.
• 1 year of experience in early childhood education is preferred.
• FETAC/QQI Level 5 or above required.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships and create positive experiences for early childhood development.
• Support children's social and emotional development.
• Organize community events for children and parents.
• Create a safe and secure environment for exploration.

Skills

Building relationships

Encouraging parental involvement

Supporting emotional development

Creating safe environments

Education

Advanced/Higher Certificate

FETAC/QQI Level 5 or above

Job description

5 day working week, 10.00am – 2.00pm Monday – Friday

• Company / Business Name:
• Closing Date for Applications:

April 10, 2026

Job Description

Our Mission

We believe children are naturally curious with determined imaginations and through the implementation of an agentic and emergent based curriculum we can facilitate quality learning experiences that will support the transformation of these children in their lifelong learning journey.

Every step matters. None more important than the first 5. Which step are you going to take?

Here at Wonderyears, Educators play a key role in determining the quality of learning and care, which is why we pride ourselves on having an incredibly capable and forward-thinking team. Below are a few of the key roles which are completed by our team daily:

• Building relationships and creating environments which characterise positive experiences and support early childhood development.
• Ensuring communities are inclusive and provide ample opportunities for parents to be involved in their children’s learning and care journey.
• Supporting children’s social and emotional development to facilitate the development of optimum physical and mental health.
• Respond to additional needs and develop care plans to support in conjunction with external professional agencies, parents, and children.
• Proactively engaging all children and parents, encouraging consistent parental involvement.
• Organising events, together with team members, children, and the community.
• Promoting positive transitions to primary school.
• Creating a safe and secure environment for children of all ages to play and explore.

If you are interested in the following, we are the place for you!

What We Offer:

• Permanent Position
• Pension Scheme
• Scholarship Programme
• Quality in-house training
• The opportunity to work alongside a forward-thinking team of Early Years Professionals!

Qualifications Required

Education:

• Advanced/Higher Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• FETAC/QQI Level 5 or above

Reference ID: Early Years Educator

Experience Required

Not required.

Further Information

• Company events
• Company pension

How to Apply

Please send your CV to [e-mail]