Early Years Educator & Quality Lead

Location: Dolphin House Early Years Service, 310-311 Dolphin House, Rialto, Dublin 8

Contract: Part-time (9am – 1pm, Monday to Friday)

Salary: Competitive Salary inline with qualifications and experience

About Us:

Dolphin House Early Years Service is a community-based service, supported by Rialto Development Association, providing high-quality early childhood care and education to children in the heart of Dublin 8. We are a small, experienced team committed to creating a warm, inclusive, and play-based environment where every child feels seen, supported, and encouraged to thrive.

The Role:

We are seeking a part-time Early Years Educator & Quality Lead with a particular focus on supporting curriculum development and planning, inclusive practice, and enriching day-to-day learning experiences.
This role is embedded within the team and works collaboratively to support child development and quality practice across the service.
This role focuses on supporting individual children and enriching the environment and ensuring best practices in line with Aistear & Síolta frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enhance curriculum in collaboration with manager & staff
• Support children’s learning, engagement, and development in classrooms and on outings
• Ensure compliance with Tusla and Early Years Regulations
• Develop and implement inclusive learning strategies and ILPs for individual children
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and the wider community

Requirements

• A minimum of QQI Level 7 in Early Childhood Care and Education (or equivalent)
• At least 2 years’ experience in an early years setting
• A strong understanding of Aistear & Siolta, emergent curriculum and inclusive practice
• Someone who values teamwork, shared learning, and respectful communication
• A kind, creative educator who brings energy and empathy to their work

Why Join Us?

• Work as part of a close-knit, supportive team
• Opportunity to bring ideas and creativity into the day-to-day curriculum
• Be part of a service rooted in community, care and inclusion
• Ongoing CPD and support for professional growth

How to Apply:

Send your CV and cover letter to DolphinCreche@rcn.ie by 4/6/25.

We are an equal opportunities in employer