▷ High Salary: ?Early Years Practitioner/Afterschool assistant

Glinsk Community Childcare and Afterschool We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team at Caislen ir, Glinsk, Co. Galway. Early Childcare Years Practitioners; Level 5, 6 or equivalent Glinsk Community Childcare Centre wish to recruit an Early Childcare Practitioner. The role is full/part-time positions - additional Hours available within afterschool area. All positions are subject to Garda Vetting, ICPC & Reference Validation Competitive pay: Salary €15.55 -€17ph (depending on qualifications & experience) Employee Benefits: Up to 8 day sick pay in anyone year, Professional development, Employee Assistance Programme, Career advancement opportunities, Staff Wellbeing Initiatives. Monday - Friday candidates must be available to work afternoons and outside of term time Immediate start following completion of vetting process Role Responsibilities: (Include, but not limited to) To provide excellence in role modelling best practice Candidate must be able to work and support our young babies/ toddlers as well as other age groups. To maintain professional boundaries To follow the childcare policies, in line with the government guidance and statutory requirements. This also includesCaislen irpolicies and procedures. To facilitate the role of a Key person for a cohort of children. This involves facilitating 1:1 Key Person- Parent consultations, preparing learning stories/observations and assessments of learning. To support and assist in the provision of high quality Early Years care and learning to children aged 0-6 years of age, in a therapeutic community setting. Provide the children with, reciprocal interactions with children. Support activities to benefit the child while delivering a play-based approach. Support childrens holistic development. Contribute to the process of Observation & Documentation- Including learning stories and conducting observations & learning stories for children. Build effective forms of Communication among team members Liaise with the parents, staff and the inter-agency team where possible. Delivering, a holistic approach that caters for the children accessing the Early Years Preschool & Baby-room. Engage with opportunities to upskill and access relevant training. Engage with Team Meetings and reflective practice. To be flexible and adaptable to suit the service needs when required. Practice and follow expected hygiene practices involving, good hand hygiene and using Personal Protective Equipment. Person Specification Education; Candidates must hold a minimum of FETAC/QQI level 5/6 Early Years qualification from a recognised body however a level 6/7/8 desired. Professional certification in Childrens First, First Aid and Hand hygiene to be completed during recruitment or induction. Competences Required Good interpersonal skills, team player, clear written and verbal communication skills. Committed to meeting the needs of children and parents Personal Attributes Integrity, honesty, confidentiality and builds trust with others, ability to foster and nurture reciprocal interactions with children & a team player and with flexible approach Application Procedure: To apply, please submit your updated CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and suitability for the role (full job description on request) by clicking Apply below. The closing date for applications is 5 p.m. 26th October2025 , Interviews commencing shortly after. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Canvasing will disqualify. A panel may be formed for future positions. Probation period applies to successful applicant. Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of children in our community Glinsk Childcare Centre Caislen ir, Glinskequal opportunities employer and welcomes suitably qualified applicants from all sectors of society.