Early Years Practitioner – Mullingar Montessori & Afterschool Care
Location: Ardmore Road, Mullingar, County Westmeath.
Full-Time | From €15/ €17.50 (DOE/Qualifications)
Love working with children? Join our fun, friendly and helpful team where your passion makes a real impact. We're hiring enthusiastic Educators to help create a fun, happy, caring, warm & engaging learning environment for little ones.
At Mullingar Montessori & Afterschool Care, your voice matters. We value growth, teamwork, and meaningful connections with Early Years Practioneer’s — it’s the perfect time to grow with us!
Thinking of relocating? Mullingar offers a unique mix of peaceful rural charm and is a lively & enjoyable town. You'll enjoy cheaper, more accessible accommodation than in Dublin, with great transport links to the city — perfect for a better work-life balance.
About our Creche
Mullingar Montessori & Afterschool Care is one of Westmeath's leading providers of superior quality childcare for the last 30 years. We adhere strictly to ratio and guidelines and always have additional staff. We provide best in class outside play areas. Our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay (Dependent on Qualification)
- 30 paid holiday days, including bank holidays
- Half Day Friday’s available
- Colleague Appreciation Days
- Your Birthday Celebration – Half day off on the Friday of your Birthday week
- Fun Staff Nights
- Christmas Ball Celebration
- Thorough onboarding induction Program
- A fun & happy team environment
- Career development & opportunities
- Further development and training within the industry
- Modern, well-equipped Creche with Best In Class outdoor play areas
- Job Security
- Free Uniform’s
- Lots of free lunches and treats through out the year
You’ll Need:
- Minimum QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Education (Level 6+ preferred)
- A love for working with young children
- Team spirit & strong communication
- Understanding of child protection & early years frameworks (Aistear, Síolta)
- A genuine love for children
- An enthusiastic attitude to working with children
- Good working knowledge and understanding of Aistear (NCCA) Play based curriculum , Siolta, Montessori and the preschool regulations
- A motivated Team Player
Why Join Us?
At Mullingar Montessori & The Den Afterschool care, your voice matters. We value growth, teamwork, and meaningful connections — it’s the perfect time to grow with us!
Apply now with your CV & a short cover letter.
We're an equal opportunities employer committed to a safe, inclusive workplace.
Note: If you don’t hear back within two weeks, we thank you kindly for your interest.
Job Types: Permanent Full-time
Pay: €15.00-€17.50 per hour depending on qualifications and experience
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €15.00-€17.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
