The Community After Schools Project is recruiting a Assistant Team Leader to work in one of our After Schools Projects. This contracts is for 30hr per week Monday to Friday in the afternoons and some mornings. These posts offer a competitive salary subject to level of qualification, a supportive working environment and opportunities to engage in further training and CPD.
* The positions are subject to Garda Vetting and two references
* Minimum qualification of level 7 in Early Years Education.
* Minimum of one year experience in an early year's setting is essential.
* Experience of leadership will be an advantage
* To provide supervision to team members
* To attend meetings with the leadership team
* To monitor and improve quality of the service
* A sound working knowledge of Síolta & Aistear
* Understand the Pobal funding system and requirements
* An inclusive approach to practice
* An understanding and knowledge of the National Quality Framework and of all aspects of operating a quality early years environment
* A knowledge and understanding of child protection and the duties and responsibilities underlined in Children First and up to date certification
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* An ability to work in collaboration with other Educators
* Be naturally warm and respectful towards children & their needs and interests
* Be passionate regarding the delivery of a quality Early Years' experience for all children
* Be able to successfully follow a play based/emergent curriculum.
* Have an in-depth knowledge of various pedagogical approaches
* Be passionate regarding outdoor play and the implementation of a nature pedagogy
* A firm belief in inclusion and adapting individual practice to ensure the best individual outcomes for all children
* Promote each child's development and learning;
* Work with the local community
* Work as part of a team;
* Keep children safe;
* Support children's transition into and from ECEC settings;
* Be aware of the impact their practice has on children for whom they have responsibility;
* Recognise the different cultural and social backgrounds of children;
* Work with all families including those who may have different values and attitudes; and treat all children and families with respect.
* This post has a 6 month's probationary period
* 7 days paid sick leave after probation
CASPR is an equal opportunity employer
Canvassing will result in disqualification from the competition
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term
Pay: €17.00-€19.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Sick pay
Experience:
* Early childhood education: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Level 7 in Early Years Education (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person