Position: Childcare Assistant/AIM Support (Contract/Part-time) (1 year)

Donegalchildcare; Ireland; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Raphoe Community Playgroup is seeking a Childcare Assistant / AIM Support for the ECCE room. The role supports play-based learning and child development in a 20-hour weekly schedule, with a focus on health and wellbeing.

Applicants should have QQI Level 5 in Childcare, strong communication, and teamwork, and be willing to undergo Garda Vetting. The position is based in Raphoe, Castle Road, with closing date 21 July 2026.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Childcare (minimum QQI level 5).
• Fun nature and kind personality.
• An enthusiastic attitude to working with children.
• Excellent interaction and communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of Aistear (NCCA), Siolta and the preschool regulations.
• Must be Motivated and a Team Player.
• Experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality care and learning opportunities for children.
• Plan, implement and document an Aistear-led, play-based curriculum.
• Support children’s play, learning and development.
• Promote positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues.
• Ensure health, safety and wellbeing of the children.
• Maintain professionalism at all times.
• Have fun and prepare enjoyable learning experiences.

Skills

QQI Level 5

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Play-based learning

Aistear knowledge

Siolta knowledge

Team player

Garda Vetting

Education

QQI Level 5 in Childcare

Job description

Position: Childcare Assistant / AIM Support (Contract/Part-time) (1 year)

Raphoe, Castle Road

Hours of Work: 20hrs Monday to Friday 1pm to 5pm

Company / Business Name: Raphoe Community Playgroup

Closing Date for Applications: July 21, 2026

Raphoe Community Playgroup is looking for an Early Years Educator for a Childcare Assistant / AIM Support position to join our well-established team.

Responsibilities – Day to Day

As a Childcare Assistant in the ECCE room, you will be a key member of the Raphoe Community Playgroup team, responsible for delivering high quality care and learning opportunities for children, based on the needs and interests of those children.

• Planning, implementing and documenting an Aistear-led, play-based curriculum
• Supporting the children’s play, and consequently their learning and development
• Promoting positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues
• Ensuring health, safety and wellbeing of the children
• Maintaining professionalism at all times
• Having fun and preparing enjoyable learning experiences
• Willing to Be Garda Vetted

Qualifications Required

Skills – Required Education, Skills and Qualifications

• Qualification in Childcare (minimum QQI level 5)
• Fun nature and kind personality
• An enthusiastic attitude to working with children.
• Excellent interaction and communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of Aistear (NCCA), Siolta and the preschool regulations.
• Must be Motivated and a Team Player.
• Experience is an advantage

Willing to up skill and take part in further training.

Experience Required

N/A

How to Apply

If you wish to apply for the post please email your C.V before the closing date to [e-mail]