Social network you want to login/join with:Early Years Room Leader, Tramore Co. Waterford, TramoreClient:Respond Housing AssociationLocation:Tramore, IrelandJob Category:OtherEU work permit required:YesJob Reference:9d3219217d2cJob Views:4Posted:06.02.2025Expiry Date:23.03.2025Job Description: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 you're ready to bring your skills, creativity, and care to our service then we want to hear from you!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.Location: Ard an Ghleanna, Tramore, Co. WaterfordReporting to: Early Years Childcare ManagerTerms: Permanent full-timeHours: 28hrs 15 mins (Monday-Friday)(Please note that offers are typically made at the beginning to mid-range of the advertised salary, based on skills and experience)Annual leave of 23 days plus additional company daysFurther education and training assistanceMaternity Leave paySick payEmployee assistance programmeEmployee Purchasing Schemes100% Attendance Bonus HolidaysFertility Support LeaveEarly Pregnancy Loss LeaveJob Purpose: To act as a positive role model and be responsible for the delivery and implementation of a high-quality play-based curriculum under the guidance of the national quality frameworks Aistear and Siolta 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 follow the policies and procedures 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 children's 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 children's 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 children's 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 educationThe ability to work in collaboration with a dedicated teamHighly motivated to work on own initiativeExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.A professional and enthusiastic dispositionFlexible and adaptableDemonstrate a commitment to continuous professional developmentGarda Vetting will be required as part of the recruitment process on an ongoing basis.Qualification & Experience:A minimum of FETAC Level 7 in Early Years EducationOne year post-paid qualification experience of working in early years.Strong understanding and experience in Early Childhood Education.Closing date for this role is Friday, 14th February 2025.
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