Early Years Educators - Full-time & Part-time

RESPONSIBLE TO: 

The service supervisor on a day-to-day basis and ultimately to the Centre Manager and the Board of Management.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION:

• Min of QQI level 5 in ECEC (8 modules) or equivalent. (Level 6 is desirable)
• 2 years’ experience in an ECEC or SAC setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.
• Commitment to delivering quality Early Childhood Education & Care

DUTIES:

• To create a positive approach to working with young children so that each child is supported and encouraged to develop to their fullest potential.
• To collaborate with the manager/ supervisor and other staff to plan, carry out, review and monitor activities and programmes appropriate to the individual and group needs of children.
• To maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
• To work as part of the team.
• To set simple realistic limits for children that are developmentally appropriate which are consistently followed and so encourages a positive rather than a negative approach to discipline. To be vigilant on any areas of concern and seek advice/ support where appropriate.
• To liaise as appropriate with parents/ guardians of the children in an understanding and friendly manner and ensure they are always welcome in the centre.
• To familiarise yourself with all policies & procedures of the centre.
• To familiarise yourself with the needs of the children in your care e.g. allergies, dietary, medical, additional needs etc.
• To support and act professionally with fellow educators working in the centre.
• To keep records as required and to contribute to updating children’s records.
• To guide and support children in creative exploration of their environment and the world they live in through developmentally appropriate activities, building up their confidence and self esteem.
• To ensure that the developmental, educational and social needs of the children are being met.
• To ensure all toys/ equipment are properly maintained, sterilised, stored and developmentally appropriate for the children in our care.
• To ensure all children are treated equally and with respect regardless of colour, race, class, or gender.
• To set up play activities for the children.
• To administrate first aid when necessary.
• To attend and participate in meetings, supervisions, appraisals and training.
• To comply with all ECEC/ SAC, employment and health & safety and regulation.
• To maintain STRICT confidentiality with all aspects of the Early Years centre, its staff, children and their families both during and outside working hours.
• Any other duties which may reasonably be requested Management or Senior staff.

The closing date for receipt of applications:
Friday 18th July 2025 (interviews will be the following week).

Please make applications by submitting your CV and Cover Letter to info@urlingfordchildcare.com 

Candidates will be short listed based on information supplied. Urlingford/ Johnstown Community Childcare may develop a panel of qualifying candidates for any future vacancies in 2025/ 2026.