Early Years Educator

First Flight Creche and Montessori are looking for an enthusiastic, qualified Early Years Educator to join their team on a full-time basis. Based in the coastal setting of Furbo, 10km from Galway City, the role is Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm/9am - 6pm.

Overall Purpose Of Job The Early Years Educator will participate in the delivery of the daily room requirements whilst working in accordance to company policies and practices at all times.

Requirements

• Minimum FETAC Level 5 in Childcare
• Minimum 1 year work experience
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations
• Complete Garda Vetting
• Current First Aid certification desirable

Personal Attributes

• Friendly, caring, and patient approach to children
• Creativity and enthusiasm for assisting in planning activities
• Kindness, warmth and responsiveness to the needs of children
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organisational skills
• A willingness to take direction from the Room Leader
• The ability to work in collaboration with a dedicated team
• Highly motivated to work on own initiative
• A professional and enthusiastic disposition
• Flexible and adaptable

Duties Responsibilities Include

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children in your care
• Develop and implement age-appropriate activities to stimulate children's development using Aistear Siolta guidelines
• To support children’s emotional, social and cognitive development
• Conduct observations of children under the direction of the room leader
• Monitor and record children's progress
• Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues
• Ensure cleanliness and organisation of the childcare setting
• To be flexible with regards working in a different room, if necessary.

Salary Based On Experience And Qualifications. Own transport desirable due to location, though the creche is on a bus route.

Apply with a CV - you must be eligible to work in Ireland. References will be sought prior to offer of employment