Play-Based Early Years Educator

Respond; Cork; On-site; EUR 20,664 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Training support

Maternity Leave pay

Sick pay

Employee assistance

Purchasing schemes

Attendance bonus

Adoptive Leave

Surrogacy Leave

Fertility Support

Early Pregnancy Loss Leave

Job summary

Respond Early Year\'s Service in Cork seeks an Early Years\' Practitioner to deliver a high-quality play-based curriculum under Aistear and Siolta. You will supervise children indoors and outdoors, guiding development with a caring, inclusive approach.

The role requires commitment to teamwork, strong communication and professional development. Garda Vetting is part of recruitment; salary is €15.41–€19.09 per hour for 25 hours weekly, permanent contract.

Qualifications

• FETAC Level 5 in Early Years Education is required.
• Experience in early years education is valued.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and implement a high-quality play-based curriculum.
• Observe and record learning stories for children.
• Organise materials reflecting children's interests and abilities.
• Support independence and self-esteem through play-based activities.
• Aid children's emotional, social and cognitive development.
• Support healthy snacks and accommodate dietary needs.
• Engage families to enhance learning experiences.
• Ensure children’s welfare in line with national guidance.

Skills

Play-based curriculum

Observation

Parental involvement

Team collaboration

Education

FETAC Level 5 in Early Years Education

Job description

Respond Early Year\'s Service in Cork seeks an Early Years\' Practitioner to deliver a high-quality play-based curriculum under Aistear and Siolta. You will supervise children indoors and outdoors, guiding development with a caring, inclusive approach.

The role requires commitment to teamwork, strong communication and professional development. Garda Vetting is part of recruitment; salary is €15.41–€19.09 per hour for 25 hours weekly, permanent contract.