Early Childhood Educator

EcoKidz are seeking an Early Years Educator dedicated to providing quality, inclusive education, in a warm, nurturing, and supportive environment.

Role: To support and assist in the provision of care of the highest quality in a holistic setting for children aged between 2 and 12 years.

Reports to: Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:
– Day to day responsibility for children in your care
– Engaging in and planning child centred play in the indoor and outdoor environments within our Park Avenue Setting.
– Perform a variety of care tasks, such as nappy changing, toileting, sterilising, feeding, cleaning, homework.
– Conduct meaningful observations of children under the direction of the room leader
– Follow the policies and procedures of the services at all times
– Cleaning, tidying and storage of equipment and toys after use
– Coordinate the implementation of activities suitable for different age groups
– Maintain room and equipment, to ensure the health and safety of children at all times
– Ensure a good standard of hygiene
– Support children’s developments – emotional, social, physical and cognitive in carrying out activities
– Attend meetings and undergo training as required
– Be aware of child protection procedures and advise manager should you have any concerns about a child
– Maintain strict confidentiality at all times
– Perform other reasonable and relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time

Person Specifications:
– Minimum Fetac Level 7 in Early Childhood Care and Education
– Minimum of 1 year work experience working with children of a similar age
– Ability to work as part of a team
– Child centred perspective
– Kindness, warmth and responsiveness to the needs of children
– Good communication skills with children, staff and parents
– Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations
– Knowledge of Síolta and Aistear
– Child Protection Training and First Aid Qualification desirable

Benefits:
– Competitive salary, based on qualifications
– Ideal location – public transport, car parking
– Bank holidays and holiday pay at 8% included
Job Types: Permanent, Graduate, Part-time

Salary: €15.50 per hour

Benefits:
Company events
Employee discount
On-site parking
Sick pay