We are looking to recruit a Childcare / Early Years Educator for our new purpose-built, state-of-the-art facility. We are a high-quality Early Years service, offering small group sizes and high-quality, child-focused care.
We are looking for qualified (QQI level 5 +) Early Years Educators to join our lovely team in Glounthaune, Cork, located just a 5 minute walk from Glounthaune train station.
20- 25 hours per week Monday to Friday. 12 pm - 4pm
Why work for Toddle Inn?
* We are a high-quality Early Years service, offering small group sizes and high-quality, child-focused care
* A people-focused, family business that cares about our employees.
* Competitive rates of pay based on experience and qualifications.
* Paid weekly.
* Non-contact / training time facilitated.
* Complimentary training courses (including first aid, Aistear, manual handling, HACCP, child behavior, etc...)
* Personal & professional development support
* Social events.
* Childcare discounts (subject to availability)
* Dedicated Managers and office functions to support staff.
* Pension
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL:
* have a minimum qualification of QQI Level 5 Early Childhood Care and Education or equivalent.
* Experience working with children in a creche environment is an advantage, but not essential.
* agree to Garda vetting and international police vetting if required.
* Provide 2 written references.
* First Aid training would be an advantage but not essential.
SKILLS AND QUALITIES WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
* a warm, committed, and enthusiastic person who can form trusting relationships with the children in their care.
* have a flexible approach to their work.
* ability to work well with another person in the room, as well as the whole team.
* excellent organisational skills, and a capacity to keep up to date with observations and other documentation required.
* ability to work in partnership with families, and establish excellent communication between parents/guardians and colleagues.
* a good working knowledge of play-based and child-led learning, as well as the Aistear curriculum guide.
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Do you hold a recognised early years qualification - Minimum level 5
Work Location: In person