Childcare Practitioner, Cherrywood, Dublin 18

Role overview

A well-established nursery team in Cherrywood is hiring experienced early years educators to work with children from babies through preschool age. The role is suited to someone who enjoys supporting children’s development in a warm, team-focused childcare setting.

The position can begin immediately, subject to completion of vetting checks.

What’s on offer

• Starting annual pay of €33,280.00
• Support with accommodation
• An annual wellbeing day recognised by the employer to celebrate staff contribution
• Over 30 days of leave each year, bank holidays included
• Closure during Christmas week
• Gifted celebrations for events such as Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day and Easter
• Birthday and work anniversary celebrations
• Internal training opportunities
• Paid sick leave
• Uniform supplied
• Access to discounted health cover
• Employee of the quarter and team of the quarter recognition
• Regular performance feedback and reviews
• Social events
• Free parking
• Employee assistance support
• Educational assistance support
• Employee referral bonus of €500 for the referrer and €250 for the referred candidate

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality service for children and their families
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and room leaders
• Plan and introduce fresh ideas and activities that support learning and engagement
• Keep parents and guardians updated on their child’s day and progress
• Escalate any concerns to the team leader or manager promptly
• Take part in themed days within the crèche when required
• Cooperate with TUSLA Early Years inspectors

Working hours

This is a 40-hour weekly role. The crèche operates from 7:30am to 6:30pm, and shifts can be up to 8 hours long. Final shift patterns will be confirmed by management.

Required qualifications and checks

• A minimum QQI/FETAC Level 5 qualification in Childcare is required
• Any alternative qualification must be recognised by the DCDE
• Applicants must be eligible to work full-time in Ireland
• Genuine interest in early years education is essential
• The ideal candidate will be hardworking, ambitious, creative and a strong team player
• Previous experience and additional qualifications are considered an advantage
• Garda Vetting is required
• If the applicant has lived outside Ireland for more than 6 months, international police clearance will also be needed

Additional information

Applications are only being considered from candidates who hold a qualification in childcare or a closely related discipline.

This opportunity is for an immediate start, subject to vetting procedures.