We are looking for a fun, passionate person to join our growing team. Candidates should have: Level 5- 8 in Early Childhood Care and Education Full knowledge and understanding of short, medium and long term planning, Aistear/ Siolta. Supporting children’s emergent interests. To maintain our learning environment so our children have a fun creative environment to explore each day. To work in partnership with management in developing a warm relationship with our families and children Starting salary at €16.50- €18.15 per hour 32 days annual leave including bank holidays Access to leading developments in child development, behaviour management, resources and curriculum Bike to work scheme Fully funded qualification progression Employee Pension Staff Appreciation days Staff Wellbeing programme #J-18808-Ljbffr
Family Resource Centre St. Michaels Estate Clg. Community Childcare Project, Thornton Heights, Inchicore, Dublin 8 Chef / Cook, 30 hours per week (6 hours per day, Monday – Friday) An exciting position has become available for an experienced Chef to join our client’s friendly team in Dublin. The successful candidate’s salary will be agreed subject to experience. If you have knowledge and experience of working as a Cook or Chef and are passionate about providing the next generation with the fuel they need to learn and develop then this is a perfect opportunity to grow your career and join a grassroots Community Project. This position is available immediately. Meal Preparation Plan, prepare and cook balanced meals and snacks suitable for children of various age groups. Adapt meals to accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies and cultural preferences. Health & Safety Maintain high standards of hygiene in food preparation and storage areas. Adhere to HACCAP (Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points) Guidelines and food safety regulations. Comply with guidelines within the Safe Catering Plan and document accordingly. Regularly clean kitchen equipment and utensils. Ensure all catering related accidents are reported immediately to the manager and all the accident policies and procedures are followed accordingly. Inventory Management Work closely with management to design menus that meet nutritional standards and budgets. Communicate with staff and parents about meal plans and special dietary needs. Qualifications and Experience Experience as a cook, preferably in a childcare, school or healthcare setting. Knowledge of HACCAP and food safety regulations. A certificate in food hygiene or willingness to complete training. Key Skills and Attributes Strong organisational and time management skills. Ability to prepare meals that are both nutritious and appealing to children. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. What we offer Salary scale in line with qualifications, experience and above ERO rates of October 2025. 25 days annual leave. 20 days sick leave. Ongoing training opportunities. Applicants wishing to apply for the above post should send a letter of application and a CV to: sinead.clancy@frcsme.ie by 01st December 2025. Family Resource Centre St Michael’s Estate Community Development Project is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome diversity and are committed to inclusion, fairness, and respect for all, in line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998–2015 and the Equal Status Acts 2000–2018. Candidates under consideration for the role, will be subject to Garda vetting and undergo 2 reference checks before commencing employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Play and Learn are looking to recruit two enthusiastic full time Early Childhood Educators to join our team in our Newbridge branch. We are a high quality service located in Newbridge County Kildare. What we offer: A competitive salary. Opportunities for career progression. Employee Wellness programme which includes 24/7 access to financial & legal advisors and counsellors. Social club. A high-quality early years environment where staff are valued and rewarded for their invaluable role within the service. What we require: A minimum QQI level 5 in Early Years qualification or equivalent. Level 7 or 8 QQI qualification an advantage and will receive top end of our pay-scale salary. A genuine love and interest for working with children. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. An ability to work as part of a team. An ability to work in partnership with parents and other educators within the centre to create a home from home environment. Daily duties/responsibilities: Daily risk assessments to ensure the safety of all children and staff. Setting up of meaningful activities. Positive interactions. Planning/Observations. Engaging in CPD. High quality ethos. Working as a team with colleagues. Job Type: Permanent Start date: ASAP Schedule: Monday to Friday Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Discounted and Free Childcare Company events Company pension Employee assistance program Employee discount On-site parking Sick pay Wellness program Two days off per year, fully paid by the company Christmas Bonus #J-18808-Ljbffr
A full time and a part time position available in Tadpoles Childcare in Rush, Co. Dublin. Level 5 required. Experience preferred. Early Childhood Ireland Funded by the Irish Government under the National Development Plan, 2018-2027 Company Registration No: 506235 Charity No CHY: 19987 Registered Charity No: 20078904 Upload CV (optional): Upload your CV/resume or any other relevant file. Max. file size: 200 MB. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Our Service: First Steps is a small full day care service. We are dedicated to providing a high-quality educational experience for children in our care. Position: We are seeking a caring and passionate leader to join our team. Roles & Responsibilities: As the Room Lead Educator you will also have the responsibility of a named person on site. Ability to implement quality early childhood curriculum & creative skills to develop age-appropriate activities underpinned by Aistear and Siolta. Ensure the safety, security and well-being of all children. Have a good knowledge and understanding, and the ability to follow TUSLA regulations. Qualifications & Requirements: Minimum Level 6 QQI Early Childhood Care and Education qualification (Level 7/8 desirable). Strong communication and interpersonal skills. A nurturing and caring approach to supporting the children. We Offer: Competitive salary (€16- €18 hourly rate) Statutory sick pay. Extra Holiday’s earned – yearly bounce. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to firststepssilversprings@gmail.com #J-18808-Ljbffr
Fizzy Fingers Playgroup is recruiting for one part time Early Years Educator to join our amazing team. The position is for a Lead Educator for the morning ECCE session. If you have a passion for Early Years Education, working with and caring for children, and are committed to providing the highest standards of quality care and development in Early Years, you are invited to apply for this role – a QQI Level 6 qualification in Early Years Care and Education (or equivalent) is essential. Roles and Responsibilities Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children in your care. Plan and implement age/stage-appropriate activities that promote children’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development. Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Observe and assess children’s development and progress, maintaining accurate records as required. Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operation of the creche and adherence to regulatory standards. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the childcare facilities. Communicate effectively with parents, providing regular updates on their child’s progress and well-being. Building experience in working an Emergent Curriculum service will bring great satisfaction and broaden your knowledge of applying Aistear and Siolta to curriculum planning and practice. Requirements QQI Level 6 qualification in Early Childhood Care or equivalent. Previous experience working in a childcare setting. Genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Enthusiastic, reliable, and adaptable. Must be eligible to work in Ireland. Job Type: Part Time( 17 hours- morning ECCE session) #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join our fun & creative Early Years team! Chroi an Cheantair and Tus Nus are seeking an experienced Early Years Educator to join our busy team. What we’re Looking For: Enthusiastic, team- oriented educators Ability to plan and deliver age- appropriate, creative activities Working knowledge of Aistear and Siolta and implementing an emergent curriculum Fluent English (Spoken and written) Garda Vetting (to be applied for through our service) #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Advertisement: ECCE & Afterschool Educator (Maternity Leave Cover) Position: ECCE & Afterschool Educator (Maternity Leave Cover) Location: (SALI Childcare, Mercy Primary School, St Francis Street, Galway City) Contract Duration: January 5th, 2026 – July 31st, 2026 (with the possibility of extension) Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8 hours per day on a roster basis between 8am – 6pm) About the Role We are a very busy and well-established early years service seeking a motivated and passionate ECCE & Afterschool Educator to cover a maternity leave contract. The successful candidate will work in our ECCE Room until 1:30pm, where the environment is well‑organised and the children are happy and settled. Each day after 1:30pm, the role continues with our Junior and Senior Infant Afterschool group. Our ECCE room educators thrive on teamwork, communication, and consistency, which can be clearly seen in the smooth daily routines and the children’s ongoing progress. We are looking for someone who can bring enthusiasm, flexibility, and professionalism to the team. Key Requirements Minimum QQI Level 6 Qualification in Early Years Care and Education. At least 2 years’ experience working in an ECCE room and with children with additional needs (essential). Strong ability to implement a play‑based, emergent curriculum. Excellent knowledge and practical experience of Aistear, Siolta, and Tusla Quality and Regulatory Framework (QRF). Ability to maintain a high standard of quality and compliance with the Child Care Act 1991 (Early Years Services) Regulations 2016. A strong team player who can also use their own initiative when needed. Excellent spoken communication skills and confidence when engaging with parents, colleagues, and outside agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr
We are a preschool for children with autism. The successfulcandidate will help create a stimulatingenvironmentto foster each child’s cognitive, social, physical andemotional development through play-based learning. Key responsibilities include planning and implementing activities andlearning objectives, observing and assessing children’s progress and building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with parents and team members and following direction well from our Educational Consultant. Full trainingand support will be given. Very high ratios and full team experienced team support. Staff are paid for holidays of whichthere are almost twelve full weeks. #J-18808-Ljbffr
