Early years Educator

Due to additional children joining our service, Croía Preschool and After-school Ballyragget is recruiting an Early years Educator. This is a full time position with an immediate start.

Role Description:

To ensure a safe, secure and healthy environment for the care, safety and welfare of the children
Provide for the holistic needs of the children
Actively engage the children in developmentally appropriate learning activities to facilitate the potential development of each child.
Promote and help maintain an organised, clean, safe, well equipped and culturally sensitive learning environment
Observe and record children’s progress
To communicate effectively with children, parents and staff alike.
Meet established policies and procedures, creating an environment of best practice.

Qualifications & Experience:

In order to be successful in this position the applicant must have:

Minimum FETAC / QQI Level 5 in Childcare or equivalent
Minimum 1 year’s practical experience in a childcare setting
First Aid, Manual Handling and Food Safety training an advantage
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A desire to learn progressively throughout your career
Sincere and genuine love of children.