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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