Job Introduction
Early Years Educator - Tigers Childcare
Flowerhill | 20 Hours | Fixed Term |
€29,744 - €32,864
At Tigers Childcare, we don't just hire for roles - we hire for impact. Whether you work directly with children, support behind the scenes, or lead teams across services, your work helps shape a nurturing environment where children - and colleagues - can thrive.
If you're organised, values-driven, and ready to contribute to something bigger, this could be your next chapter.
Why We Do What We Do
Tigers Childcare creates exceptional environments where children thrive through play, exploration and meaningful relationships. With 27 centres and growing, we're one of Ireland's leading childcare providers - committed to quality, inclusion and continuous improvement.
The same values that guide how we support children - curiosity, care, consistency and high expectations - shape how we support our teams. At Tigers, we invest in your development, prioritise wellbeing, and make sure everyone feels they belong.
How You'll Make An Impact
Deliver holistic, play-based early years education to support children's emotional, social, physical and cognitive development.
Ensure curriculum and activities align with Aistear and Siolta to enable centre success.
Provide engaging care and observations that enable colleagues and families to track each child's progress.
Contribute to a culture of safety, professionalism, inclusion, and care.
What You'll Need To Succeed
Must-Haves
Fetac Level 5 (or recognised equivalent) in Early Childhood Care and Education
Experience In a Childcare Role (preferred)
Fluent English
Passion for working with children, reliability, empathy, and attention to detail
Nice-to-Haves
Experience applying Aistear and Siolta in practice
Interest in continued growth within a values-driven childcare setting
*The Perks, the Pay, and the Purpose
What The Role Offers You*
A meaningful role contributing to early years development and centre success
Supportive colleagues and a genuinely values-led culture
Opportunities to grow and develop through CPD and learning
A role where your care, detail and professionalism are noticed and valued
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary: €29,744 - €32,864
30 paid holiday days (including bank holidays, with service-based increases)
5 days statutory sick pay
FlyeFit Gym discount
10% discount on HSF Health Plan
€500 referral bonus (unlimited)
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Educational Assistance Programme
CPD and career development opportunities
Tigers Stripes Recognition Programme
Onboarding induction, colleague appreciation days, and quarterly paid team meetings
Break room facilities and on-site parking
Let's Build Something Brilliant Together
If this sounds like your kind of role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply via our website.
All roles are subject to Garda Vetting and reference checks in line with regulatory requirements and Tigers Childcare's Safeguarding Policy.
Tigers Childcare is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.