Job Information
Location: Cork, County Cork, Ireland
Company: Bitrecruit
Client / Employer: Occupop
Job reference: c5251ee14c265547a884ed6d6b3342fb
Posted: 22.05.2026
Job Summary
Early Years’ Room Leader – Fixed Term 9‑Month Contract, 39 hours per week (Mon‑Fri). Salary: €17.87 per hour.
Job Purpose
To act as a positive role model and be responsible for the delivery and implementation of a high‑quality play‑based curriculum under the guidance of the national quality frameworks Aistear and Siolta both indoors and outdoors. To guide, observe, stimulate and supervise children in a safe and caring environment as part of the childcare team.
Responsibilities
Follow the policies and procedures of the service at all times.
Conduct observation and learning stories for all children.
Organise materials and resources to reflect children’s emerging interests and abilities.
Implement a play‑based curriculum that encourages independence and fosters the growth of self‑esteem within all children.
Support children’s emotional, social and cognitive development.
Assist in providing healthy snacks that meet children’s growing needs and reflect variations in culture or dietary requirements.
Develop and support parental involvement strategies that enhance children’s learning experiences.
Ensure the welfare of children is paramount in accordance with Children First; National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children.
Promote the services in the local community and broader area to assist and support the quality and sustainability of the service.
Perform other reasonable and relevant duties as may be required from time to time.
Qualifications & Experience
A minimum of FETAC Level 7 in Early Years Education.
One year of post‑paid qualification experience working in early years.
Strong understanding and experience in Early Childhood Education.
Person Specification
Commitment to high quality early education.
Ability to work in collaboration with a dedicated team.
Highly motivated to work on own initiative.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A professional and enthusiastic disposition.
Flexible and adaptable.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development.
Garda Vetting will be required as part of the recruitment process on an ongoing basis.
Benefits
Annual leave of 23 days plus additional company days.
Further education and training assistance.
Maternity leave pay.
Sick pay.
Employee assistance programme.
Employee purchasing schemes.
100 % attendance bonus.
Holidays, adoptive leave, surrogacy leave, fertility support leave, early pregnancy loss leave.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Respond is committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from people of all cultures, nationalities, genders and from anyone who has historically faced social exclusion.
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