Role Overview:We are now recruiting Childcare Practitioners for our centre in Celbridge, Co. Kildare.We have a number of positions available caring for the baby, toddler and pre-school age groups.What We Offer:Accommodation (terms & conditions apply)Job securityUp to 34 days annual leave including bank holidays and ChristmasCareer progression opportunitiesAccess to WellBee – Our staff wellbeing programmeAccess to Wellhub- A digital wellbeing platform which supports our teams wellbeingAccess to a confidential Employee Assistance ProgrammeTrainee management programmeOngoing training and development including HACCP, Manual Handling and First AidEnhanced employee benefits including: Bike to Work, Travel Tax Saver Scheme, supplier discountsEmployee gifts: cinema tickets, care packs and so much moreStaff appreciation programmeStaff wellbeingStaff recognition programme: Employee of the Quarter, Employee of the YearTalent exchange programme - access to positions across the worldKeep up to date with the leading approaches in early yearsBe part of an award winning teamRole Responsibilities:To ensure a safe, secure and healthy environment for the care, safety and welfare of the childrenProvide for the holistic needs of the childrenActively engage the children in developmentally appropriate learning activities to facilitate the potential development of each child.Promote and help maintain an organised, clean, safe, well equipped and culturally sensitive learning environmentObserve and record children's progressTo communicate effectively with children, parents and staff alike.Meet established policies and procedures, creating an environment of best practice.Required Qualifications:In order to be successful in this position the applicant must have:Sincere and genuine love of childrenMinimum FETAC / QQI Level 5 in Childcare or equivalentMinimum 1 year's practical experience in a childcare settingFirst Aid, Manual Handling and Food Safety training an advantageExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsA desire to learn progressively throughout your careerApplicants must be willing to provide written references and consent to be Garda Vetted by the company.Police Clearance will also be required if the applicant has lived outside of Ireland for more than 6 consecutive months since over the age of 18.Proof of eligibility to work in the EU must be provided.