Playgroup Leader

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, Olcovar, Shankill, Ireland

• Province Co Dublin
• Country Ireland
• Postal Code D18 W2X2

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Job Description

Job title: Playgroup Leader

Weekly hours: 40h

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment that supports the learning, development and wellbeing of children attending the playgroup.
• Plan, prepare and deliver age-appropriate play, learning and recreational activities in line with Aistear and Síolta frameworks.
• Support children's physical, emotional, social, language and cognitive development through purposeful play and interaction.
• Observe, monitor and record children's progress, development and wellbeing, maintaining accurate records where required.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and guardians, providing regular feedback on children's participation and development.
• Promote positive behaviour and support children's independence, confidence and inclusion.
• Ensure all safeguarding, health and safety, hygiene and welfare standards are maintained at all times.
• Assist in organising daily routines, learning activities, outings and special events to enhance children's experiences.
• Work collaboratively with Early Years Educators, childcare assistants and other colleagues to ensure the effective delivery of childcare services.
• Support the implementation of policies, procedures and quality standards within the childcare setting.
• Participate in staff meetings, training and continuous professional development activities.
• Contribute to creating an inclusive environment that respects diversity and supports the individual needs of all children.

Requirements

• QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care and Education or an equivalent recognised childcare qualification.
• Previous experience working with children in an early years, preschool or childcare setting.
• Knowledge of Aistear, Síolta and child development principles.
• Strong communication, observation and record-keeping skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety and childcare compliance requirements.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and build positive relationships with children and