Childcare Practitioner

Role OverviewWe are now recruiting Childcare Practitioners for our centres in the Lucan area (Adamstown, Griffeen, Lucan & Shackleton).

We have a number of positions available from July / August caring for the baby, toddler and pre-school age groups.

What We Offer : Accommodation (terms & conditions apply)Job securityUp to 34 days annual leave including bank holidays and ChristmasCareer progression opportunitiesAccess to WellBee – Our staff wellbeing programmeAccess to Wellhub - A digital wellbeing platform supporting our teams' wellbeingAccess to a confidential Employee Assistance ProgrammeTrainee management programmeOngoing training and development including HACCP, Manual Handling, and First AidEnhanced employee benefits including : Bike to Work, Travel Tax Saver Scheme, and supplier discountsEmployee gifts : cinema tickets, care packs, and moreStaff appreciation programmeStaff wellbeing initiativesStaff recognition programmes : Employee of the Quarter, Employee of the YearTalent exchange programme - access to positions across the worldOpportunity to stay updated with leading approaches in early yearsBe part of an award-winning teamRole ResponsibilitiesEnsure a safe, secure, and healthy environment for the care, safety, and welfare of childrenProvide for the holistic needs of childrenActively engage children in developmentally appropriate learning activities to facilitate their potential developmentMaintain an organized, clean, safe, well-equipped, and culturally sensitive learning environmentObserve and record children's progressCommunicate effectively with children, parents, and staffFollow established policies and procedures, creating an environment of best practiceRequired QualificationsA genuine love of childrenMinimum FETAC / QQI Level 5 in Childcare or equivalentAt least 1 year's practical experience in a childcare settingFirst Aid, Manual Handling, and Food Safety training are advantageousExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsA desire to learn and develop throughout your careerApplicants must provide written references, undergo Garda Vetting (Police Clearance required if the applicant has lived outside Ireland for more than 6 consecutive months since turning 18), and prove eligibility to work in the EU.

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