Childcare Practioner - Full-time - Kildare

Job details: 

• Job title: Childcare Practioner 
• Location: Leixlip, County Kildare
• Salary:15.00 - 16.50
• Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
• Application End Date: 20-02-2025

Description

About Us!

With nearly 30 years of experience in the childcare industry, Little Harvard Childcare is dedicated to providing top-quality education and care to children in Dublin and its surrounding areas. As one of the most trusted and longest-standing childcare providers, we take pride in our commitment to excellence, prioritizing children's development, and supporting our team in their professional growth.

Why Join Us in Leixlip?

Leixlip is a vibrant town in County Kildare, offering a welcoming and supportive community environment. If you're passionate about childcare and looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference in children's lives, Leixlip is the place to be!

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and passionate Childcare Practitioners to join our team in Leixlip.
Are you ready to build a meaningful career? Apply now!

Minimum Qualifications Required:

To be considered for an Early Years Educator role, you MUST hold a minimum Level 5 in Childcare or an equivalent DCYA-approved certification.

Benefits of Joining Little Harvard:

• Competitive Salary: Reflecting your qualifications and experience.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Supporting your well-being.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: For peace of mind.
• Bonus Loyalty Days: Rewarding your commitment.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Grow within our supportive team.
• On-Site Training and Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Staff-Only Rental Accommodation: Available in certain areas.
• Employee Incentive Schemes: Keeping you motivated and valued.

What You'll Need:

• Knowledge of child development.
• Understanding of safeguarding and well-being practices.
• Awareness of health and safety standards.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to support planning and delivery of activities, purposeful play, and educational programmes.
• Capacity to manage daily paperwork, observations, and reports.
• Commitment to maintaining high hygiene standards in the classroom.
• Ability to document children's emerging interests and progress.

Working Hours:

To be confirmed with the Manager
Creche Opening Hours: 07:30 to 18:30.

To check your degrees eligibility for Irish Childcare, Please click the link below!
"Recognition of an Early Years Qualification" (https://www.gov.ie/en/service/000073-recognition-of-an-early-years-qualification/).