Early Years Practitioner – Tots Childcare (Grey Abbey - Kildare town)
Location: Grey Abbey - Kildare town
Full-Time & Part-Time | From €13.65/hr (DOE/Qualifications)
Love working with children? Join our friendly and supportive team at Tots Childcare, where your passion makes a real impact. We're hiring enthusiastic practitioners to help create warm, engaging learning environments for little ones.
At Tots Childcare, your voice matters. We value growth, teamwork, and meaningful connections — and with our new centres opening in Dublin, Portlaoise, Wicklow & Meath in Q4 2025/Q1 2026, it’s the perfect time to grow with us!
Thinking of relocating? Kildare offers a unique mix of peaceful rural charm and lively towns like Naas, Maynooth, Kildare Town and Navan Co Meath. You'll enjoy cheaper, more accessible accommodation than in Dublin, with great transport links to the city — perfect for a better work-life balance.
Graduates with a degree in Early Childhood or Primary Education can earn from €16.28/hr, recognising your qualifications and commitment to children’s development.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay from €13.65/hr
- Career development & CPD opportunities
- A fun, collaborative team environment
- Modern, well-equipped centres in most cased brand new purpose built buildings.
- 5 days statutory sick payment
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Further development and training within the industry.
- 30 paid holiday days, including bank holidays
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Employee of the Month
- Thorough onboarding induction Programme
- Colleague Appreciation Days
- Quarterly paid team meeting
- Luxurious Break room
- On-site Parking
- Black Tie Christmas Ball
You’ll Need:
- Minimum QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Education (Level 6+ preferred)
- A love for working with young children
- Team spirit & strong communication
- Understanding of child protection & early years frameworks (Aistear, Síolta)
- A drive to work hard and inspire those around you
Why Join Us?
At Tots, your voice matters. We value growth, teamwork, and meaningful connections — and with a new Bray centre opening in September 2025, it’s the perfect time to grow with us!
Apply now with your CV & a short cover letter.
We're an equal opportunities employer committed to a safe, inclusive workplace.
Note: If you don’t hear back within two weeks, we thank you kindly for your interest.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: €13.65-€16.28 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- Relocation assistance
- Sick pay
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person