Step Ahead Crèche is a full-time daycare facility catering for children between the ages of 1 and 12 years, located in Newport, Co. Tipperary, only a 15-minute drive from Limerick and 20 minutes from Nenagh. We are currently looking for an AIM support worker to join us in our junior ECCE Room on a part-time basis for approx. 20 hrs/week.
Wages will be paid in line with ERO rates, starting at €14.50/hr and are negotiable and dependent on qualifications as well as previous work experience.
This will be a term-time position, beginning in January 2025, with the possibility of additional non-term hours if suitable for the candidate. Flexibility toward working hours will be an advantage.
Person Specifications:
1. A minimum of QQI/FETAC Level 5 in childcare. Level 6 or higher is desirable.
2. Ability to work as part of a team.
3. A clean Driver’s License.
4. Providing 1:1 care for the assigned child during their time in the setting.
5. Planning and implementing learning activities in partnership with the room leader according to the child’s developmental needs, and helping the child to integrate into the setting as much as possible.
6. Kindness, warmth and responsiveness to the needs of young children.
7. Good communication skills with children, staff, and parents.
8. Have a sense of humour and the ability to work on one’s own initiative when needed.
9. Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, Aistear, Siolta. Previous AIM experience desirable.
10. Willingness to complete required training such as Manual Handling, First Aid, Fire Safety (provided by employer).
11. Be willing to complete Garda Vetting and provide 2 written references from most recent employers.
For more information, please call Muneeza on 086 125 2950.
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