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We are seeking for professional and qualified staff to join our team as a Early Years Educator. Our Services believe in providing a fun, loving and enjoyable play-based curriculum where children are supported and valued in their growth and development. We continue to develop and promote good quality practice. We highly value the voice of the child, partnership with parents and believe in an inclusive, emergent, child led curriculum guided by Aistear & Sìolta our national frameworks for early childhood education and care in Ireland.
We are delighted to announce our expansion and are currently seeking enthusiastic and skilled individuals to join our exceptional team starting from Mid August/ September. If you are passionate and dedicated, we invite you to be part of our team.
Why Join Us?

• Company Growth: We are expanding and looking for a dedicated individual to lead our team into the future.
• Exciting Opportunity: Take charge of a dynamic and engaging environment where children learn, grow, and play every day.

What We Offer:

• Supportive Environment: Join a team of passionate professionals who are committed to providing the best care for children.
• Professional Development: We believe in investing in our staff. Grow your skills and career with ongoing training opportunities.

Responsibilities:
-To promote and adhere to the services ethos and mission of Respond
-To always follow the policies and procedures of the service.
-To conduct observation and learning
-stories for all children.
-To organise materials and resources to ensure that they reflect the children’s emerging interests and abilities.
-To implement a play-based curriculum that encourages independence and fosters the growth of self-esteem within all children
-To support children’s emotional, social and cognitive development.
-To assist in providing healthy snacks which meet the growing needs of children and reflects variation in culture or dietary needs.
-To develop and support parental involvement strategies that enhance children’s learning experiences
-To ensure that the welfare of children is paramount in accordance with Children First; National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children.
-Promote the services in the local community and wider area to assist and support the quality and sustainability of the service.
-To perform other reasonable and relevant duties as may be required from time to time
Person Specification
-Commitment to high-quality early education
-The ability to work in collaboration with
-a dedicated team
-Highly motivated to work on own initiative
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
-A professional and enthusiastic disposition
-Flexible and adaptable
-Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development
-Garda Vetting will be required as part of the recruitment process on an ongoing basis.
Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 experience in childcare.
• Minimum Level 5/6 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent).
• Preferably a Level 7/8 qualification in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE).
• communication skills.
• Passionate about providing high-quality childcare and early education.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and health and safety standards.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From €13.85 per hour
Work Location: In person