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Childcare Practitioner (Part time/ Full time)
Pay: €15.00-€17.50 per hour
Job Description:
Páistí Beaga Créche & Montessori are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and qualified Early Years Educator to join our team. We are looking for someone who is passionate and motivated within the Early Years Sector, who has the ability to work both as part of a team and on their own initiative.
The successful candidate requirements:
* Minimum QQI level 5 in Childcare
* First Aid and Manual Handling Training is an advantage
* Ability to plan and implement age-appropriate activities while ensuring quality and safety standards are maintained.
* A Good knowledge and understanding of the Aistear Curriculum and all relevant guidelines.
* Ability to develop individual educational plans, curriculum plans and observations to encourage child development and progression
* All applicants must have fluent English.
* Previous experience in Childcare setting is advantage.
* ERO rates apply
Benefits:
•Company events
•Sick pay
•Flexible hours
Work Location: In person – Newline Road, Quin, Co. Clare

Maternity cover starting January 2027. Competitive salary based on experience.

Early Years Educator- Minimum QQI Level 5

Toddler Room leader

Working along side another staff member so support is always available. Flexible and support management. More details available on request

Are you passionate about early childhood education and love creating a happy, nurturing environment where children can learn, play and grow?

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and motivated Preschool Manager to lead our small, friendly preschool setting, caring for our children, curriculum planning, daily running of the preschool and compliance duties.
Please forward CV with educational qualifications by email.

Maternity Leave cover, Full-time 40 hours per week from December 2026
1 year Contract

Lisdoonvarna Failte are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Manager for Cois Ceim Childcare Centre, in Lisdoonvarna, County Clare.

Roles and responsibilities:

Responsible for the day to day running of the creche.

Responsible for the provision of high-quality age-appropriate stimulating curriculum, care, and education.

Ensure a safe, secure, and healthy environment for the children, staff and visitors to the centre.

Ensure the centre is compliant with current preschool regulations.

Ensure all policies and procedures of the centre are practiced daily.

Liaise with Parents, guardians and families and build parent partnership.

Lead, coach and develop all staff members.

Provide support and guidance to staff when required.

Hold monthly meetings with employees.

Requirements:

Minimum FETAC/QQI Level 6 in Childcare.

Minimum of 3 years’ experience working within a childcare facility.

Experience and knowledge of effectively managing, supervising, and supporting staff.

Familiarity with Children first.

Knowledge of Aistear Framework and Siolta standards.

An understanding of finance and managing costs.

Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft word and excel.

Self-motivation, ability to encourage teamwork and excellent organisational, communication and planning skills.

First Aid, Manual Handling, Child protection and food safety certified an advantage.

Fluent English essential.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, professional and motivated Afterschool Manager to join our team. This position is maternity cover.

Start Date: December 2027
Hours: 26 hours per week
Pay in line with national EROs

The Role
– Oversee the day-to-day running of the afterschool service.
– Manage administrative duties and daily operations.
– Ensure the service maintains high standards of care, safety and regulatory compliance.
– Help create a positive, welcoming and engaging environment for children.

What We’re Looking For
– Fluency in spoken and written English.
– A professional approach to all aspects of childcare.
– A genuine enjoyment of working with children and enthusiasm for the role.
– A childcare qualification is desirable but not essential.

Please forward CV and cover letter to Lianda @ coolmeenafterschool@gmail.com