Job Description
Early Childhood Educator — Reports to: Room Leader, Creche Manager — To support and assist in the provision of full time day care of the highest quality in a holistic setting for children from 0-5 years.
Responsibilities
* Be willing to work with children of various ages from babies to afterschool children
* Be willing to perform a variety of tasks, such as nappy changing, toileting, sterilising, feeding, nap supervision and engaging in play
* Conduct observations of children under the direction of the room leader
* Follow the policies and procedures of the service at all times
* Cleaning, tidying and storage of equipment and toys after use
* Coordinate the implementation of activities suitable for different age groups
* Maintain room, and equipment, to ensure the health and safety of children at all times
* Ensure a good standard of hygiene
* Organise materials and toys to the benefit of children
* Support children’s developments – emotional, social, physical and cognitive in carrying out activities
* Attend meetings and undergo training as required
* Be aware of child protection procedures and advise manager should you have any concerns about a child
* Maintain strict confidentiality, any breach of confidentiality about children or their families will constitute gross misconduct
* Perform other reasonable and relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time
Person Specifications
* Minimum FETAC Level 5 in Childcare
* Ability to work as part of a team and to be able to work on own initiative
* Kindness, warmth and responsiveness to the needs of children
* Good Communication and Relating Skills with children, staff and parents
* Have a sense of humour
* Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations
* Complete Garda Vetting Also, Police Clearance from country of birth, or if you have lived in any country other than the Republic of Ireland for more than 6 months, after the age of 18 years
Please ensure that your referees can be easily contactable so as we can validate your reference without delay.
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