Play and Learn are looking to recruit enthusiastic Early Childhood Educators to join our team in our Newbridge branches.
We are a high quality full day care service. We have four branches; two services located in Newbridge County Kildare, one service in Citywest County Dublin and one service in Carrickmines County Dublin.
What we offer:
* A competitive salary.
* Opportunities for career progression.
* Employee Wellness programme which includes 24/7 access to financial & legal advisors and counsellors.
* Social club.
* A high-quality early years environment where staff are valued and rewarded for their invaluable role within the service.
What we require:
* A minimum QQI level 5 in Early Years qualification or equivalent.
* Level 7 or 8 QQI qualification an advantage and will receive top end of our pay-scale salary.
* A genuine love and interest for working with children.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* An ability to work as part of a team.
* An ability to work in partnership with parents and other educators within the centre to create a home from home environment.
Daily duties/responsibilities:
* Daily risk assessments to ensure the safety of all children and staff.
* Setting up of meaningful activities.
* Positive interactions.
* Planning/Observations.
* Engaging in CPD.
* High quality ethos.
* Working as a team with colleagues.
Job Type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Employee discount
* Sick pay
* Wellness programme
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €13.65-€18.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Wellness program
Application question(s):
* Are you an enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator?
Licence/Certification:
* QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Education (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Location:
* Newbridge, CO. Kildare (required)
Work Location: In person