Position Summary:
Lagore Road Community Childcare are currently seeking a dynamic, creative and engaging individual who enjoys working with children aged 3 mths - 13 years. As a Childcare Professional you will work with the Childcare Manager to support and enhance the children’s development, social-emotional learning and academics.
We offer a supportive working environment with excellent terms and conditions of Employment:
- Salary Scale (Dependant on Qualifications)
- Sick Pay*
- Paid Maternity Leave*
- Further your Education- Company Bursary Fund
- Opportunities for Promotion & career progression in a strong & growing organisation.
- VHI Employee Assistance Programme.
*subject to T&C's
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
- The day to day responsibility of children in your care.
- Implement and review activities appropriate to the groups needs so as to provide for children’s physical, language, emotional, social and cognitive development
- Carry out duties in line with Policies and Procedures developed by the Childcare Service and in line with the Preschool Regulations.
- Plan curriculum/activities in line with the Siolta & Aistéar the National Framework for Quality and Curriculum.
- Adopt a professional outlook at all times to childcare issues and present a positive approach to development in respect of: new legislation, measures taken to further protect children, and working in partnership with parents/guardians
- Attend staff meetings.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:
- Candidates must hold a minimum of a QQI Level 5 in Childcare and a valid First Aid Certificate.
- Excellent working knowledge and experience of working to the Childcare Regulations essential.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 39 per week
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Education:
- Advanced/Higher Certificate (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- FETAC/QQI Level 5 qualification in Childcare (required)
Work authorisation:
- Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 29/08/2025
Reference ID: Lagore Road