Primary Caregiver

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated professional to fill the role of Senior Childcare Worker at our St. Joseph's Childcare Centre in Waterford. This is a permanent part-time position, Monday to Friday, with core hours from 1:00pm to 5:30pm.

The successful candidate will have responsibility for supporting the delivery of high-quality care and education in line with national frameworks and centre policies. They will ensure the well-being, safety, and development of children, while supervising staff and maintaining effective relationships with families.

• Support the delivery of high-quality care and education in line with national frameworks and centre policies
• Ensure the well-being, safety, and development of children
• Supervise staff and maintain effective relationships with families

• A minimum FETAC Level 6 in Childcare/Early Years Educator is essential
• A degree in Early Childcare or Early Years Educator or equivalent would be an advantage

• 2 years' experience in a relevant childcare role is essential
• Experience of delivering best practice supervision sessions is an advantage

• Knowledge of the needs and issues of the poor and disadvantaged
• Knowledge of Aisteoir, Siolta, Better Start programmes and AIM
• Good knowledge of underlying principles in early years education
• Knowledge of Covid-19 health and safety measures and procedures
• Knowledge of up-to-date legislation, regulation and guidance governing childcare and afterschool

• Honest and trustworthy
• Respectful
• Flexible
• Demonstrate sound work ethics
• Confidentiality