Early Years Practitioner - to assist child under the Access & Inclusion Model (AIM) – 32.5 hrs per week (11 month contract which could be extended )Doras Bui is a community resource centre and early years setting for lone parent families living in the greater Coolock area in situations of disadvantage and exclusion. The role of the childcare worker is to ensure the care and well-being of all children in his/her care through the provision of a stimulating and varied programme of play and activities using the High/Scope Early Years curriculum. While each member of staff has a specific job description and responsibilities, they are expected to work as part of a team.Key duties and responsibilities:To assist a child in our preschool room under the Access & Inclusion Model.Working with other team members to prepare the environment before children arrive and ensure it is ready for use when leaving;Planning the Daily Routine in conjunction with other staff;Advising the Senior Early Years practitioner of any matter requiring attention, either relating to a child or to the day to day running of the Programme;Being vigilant around health & safety and risk assessmentTaking part in special events, outings and visitsParticipating in staff meetings and planning for the smooth running and development of the Early Years' serviceAdhering to the Doras Bui's & Early Years policies and procedures at all timesDeveloping relationships with parents based on mutual respect;Contribute proactively within the Early Years team for the development of the organisation and fully collaborate with all other members of the team and all staff members within Doras BuiMaintain an openness to feedback on one's own performance and a commitment to implementing agreed performance/behavioural changesBehave always in ones dealing with colleagues and customers to the highest ethical standards insuring that one treats all those with whom they meet with full dignity and respectPerform any other duties that are assigned to you by Management and for which you have been provided with reasonable knowledge and training in respect of such responsibilitiesParticipate in specific training relevant to the positionApplications for posts must have;Fetac level 5 Early Childhood education and careAbility to engage and build positive relationships with children, parents and staffExperience or training in the High/scope curriculum and a good knowledge of Aistear and Siolta are desirable.Honest and reliableThe ability to maintain a professional approach and observe confidentiality at all times.Be empatheticShortlisting of applications shall applyGardai clearance is necessary for this postJob Types: Full-time, Part-time, Specified-purposeContract length: 11 monthsPay: €25,350.00 per yearExpected hours: 32.5 per weekBenefits:Additional leaveBike to work schemeCompany eventsEmployee assistance programOn-site parkingWellness programEducation:Advanced/Higher Certificate (required)Work Location: In person