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Playgroup Leader

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Job Description - Playgroup Leader

Job Title: Playgroup Leader
Employer: L&B Childcare Services Ltd T/A The Children's Village
Location: The Children´s Village, Chieftains Way, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin
Salary: 34k p.a.
Hours: 39 hrs/w


Responsibilities

  • Be willing to work with children of various ages from babies to afterschool children
  • Perform a variety of tasks, such as nappy changing, toileting, sterilising, feeding, nap supervision and engaging in play.
  • Conduct observations of children under the direction of the room leader
  • Follow the policies and procedures of the service at all times
  • Cleaning, tidying and storage of equipment and toys after use
  • Co -ordinate 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
  • Organise materials and toys to the benefit of children
  • 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, any breach of confidentiality about children or their families will constitute gross misconduct
  • Perform other reasonable and relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time

Requirements
  • Minimum FETAC Level 5 in Childcare
  • Minimum 1 year work experience with different ages of children from babies, to toddler, to preschool and afterschool
  • Ability to work as part of a team Kindness, warmth and responsiveness to the needs of children
  • Good Communication and Relating Skills with children, staff and parents
  • Have a sense of humour
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations
  • FETAC Level 5 in Occupational First Aid Complete Garda Vetting

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