Early Years Practitioner

24 hours ago


Cork, Ireland Respond Full time

Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking for a meaningful role in a purpose-driven organisation? At Respond, we believe in creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where children can thrive, and staff can grow. Our aim is to deliver high-quality, play-based education that makes a real difference. If youre ready to bring your skills, creativity, and care to our service then we want to hear from you Location: Respond EY Service, Carraig Liath, Midleton, Co. Cork Reporting to: Early Years Childcare Manager Hours: Monday-Friday - 39 hrs Hourly rate:Competitive rates Staff Benefits: Annual leave of 23 days plus additional company days Further education and training assistance Maternity Leave pay Sick pay Employee assistance programme Employee Purchasing Schemes 100% Attendance Bonus Holidays Adoptive Leave Surrogacy Leave Fertility Support Leave Early Pregnancy Loss Leave Job Purpose: To act as a positive role model and be responsible for delivering and implementing a high-quality play-based curriculum under the guidance of the national quality frameworks Aistear and Solta both indoors and outdoors. To, guide, observe, stimulate and supervise children in a safe and caring environment as part of the childcare team. Core Duties & Responsibilities: To promote and adhere to the services ethos and mission of Respond. To follow the policies and procedure of the service at all times. To conduct observation and learning stories for all children. To organise materials and resources to ensure that they reflect the childrens emerging interests and abilities. To implement a play-based curriculum that encourages independence and fosters the growth of self-esteem within all children. To support childrens emotional, social and cognitive development. To assist in providing healthy snacks, which meet the growing needs of children and reflects variation in culture or dietary needs. To develop and support parental involvement strategies that enhance childrens learning experiences. To ensure that the welfare of children is paramount in accordance with Children First; National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children. Promote the services in the local community and wider area to assist and support the quality and sustainability of the service. To perform other reasonable and relevant duties as may be required from time to time. Person Specification: Commitment to high-quality early education The ability to work in collaboration with a dedicated team Highly motivated to work on own initiative Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A professional and enthusiastic disposition Flexible and adaptable Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development Garda Vetting will be required as part of the recruitment process on an ongoing basis Qualification & Experience A minimum of FETAC Level 5 in Early Years Education Strong understanding and experience in Early Childhood Education and working with parents/carers Closing date for applicants is Friday, 31st January 2025. Respond is committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce. If you do not tick every box there are likely other valuable attributes and skills that you have, that would make you a great fit for the organisation. We welcome applications from people of all cultures, nationalities, genders and from anyone who has historically faced social exclusion. If you feel this role is for you, then please apply. Skills: L5 Early Year's Education Communication Skills Childcare



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