Early Years Educator Maynooth University Creche

Job Description

Maynooth University is a dynamic public university of approximately 16,000 students. As part of its support for students and staff, the university operates a Crèche. The Crèche is part of the Student Services team, which operates within the Office for Students and Learning. Maynooth University Crèche is now seeking an enthusiastic & dedicated Early Years Educators to join our team, operating from a modern, purpose-built Crèche in the heart of our North Campus. Reporting to the Crèche Manager, the successful candidate will form part of a small team providing childcare and pre-school services to the children of both staff and students of Maynooth University. Established in 1977, we pride ourselves on offering excellent services in a welcoming atmosphere, with many staff benefits available.

The Crèche provides a childcare and pre-school service to the children of students and staff of the University, catering for children aged from 1 year up to school going age. The aim is to provide a safe, secure, stimulating environment, which embraces children. Maynooth University Crèche adheres to the Aistear curriculum framework and also the Síolta framework.

Selection and Appointment

• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend for interview;
• Appointments will be approved by the President based on the report of the selection board;
• It is anticipated that interviews will be held during the month of April 2025;
• The appointment is expected to be effective from May 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Equality and Diversity

Maynooth University actively works to ensure equality, celebrate the diversity of our community, and promote inclusion. To learn more about our commitment to Equality and Diversity, please read the Maynooth University Equality and Diversity Policy / Polasaí Comhionannais agus Éagsúlachta, our policy on the Employment of People with Disabilities, and our Gender Equality Action Plan 2023 2026. We aim to reflect the diversity of the community we serve and welcome applications from all individuals across our society.

Roles and Responsibilities

Principal Duties

Care of Children

Training and Meetings

To undertake first aid training, fire safety and manual handling, food handling courses as required;

To undertake appropriate training if requested by the Manager;

To attend and participate at staff meetings as required.

Curriculum / Activities

Health and Safety

Administration

Member of Staff Responsibilities

Communication

Other Duties

The successful candidate must have

Essential :

Desirable :

In addition to the above, the candidate should understand and have empathy with, the mission, ethos and overall approach of Student Services in the University.

Hours

Salary

31,713-38,714

Job Location

Maynooth

Qualification Level

Minimum QQI / Fetac Level 6