Preschool Support Specialist - Part-Time (Early Years)

St. Michaels House; Dublin; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

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Job summary

St. Michael’s House in Dublin is seeking a Preschool Support Worker on a part-time, permanent basis to join our Preschool Support Service.

You will help children aged 3 to 6 with additional needs attend early years settings and support their development within the preschool program. The successful candidate will have 3 years of Early Years experience, QQI Level 5 in Childcare or Montessori qualification, and be able to work independently with strong advocacy for the child.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in an Early Years education/childcare setting.
• Excellent knowledge of child development and ability to advocate for the child.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to children with additional needs to attend early years education settings.
• Assist children to participate in the preschool programme and reach their potential.
• Work independently and advocate for each child.
• Participate in ongoing in-service training with CDNT and the Preschool support service coordinating team.

Skills

Early years experience

Child development knowledge

Education

QQI Level 5 in Childcare or Montessori

Job description

St. Michael’s House in Dublin is seeking a Preschool Support Worker on a part-time, permanent basis to join our Preschool Support Service.

You will help children aged 3 to 6 with additional needs attend early years settings and support their development within the preschool program. The successful candidate will have 3 years of Early Years experience, QQI Level 5 in Childcare or Montessori qualification, and be able to work independently with strong advocacy for the child.