Role Overview:
Park Academy are currently seeking an experienced Full-time Early Years Educator to join our fantastic team based in Irelands first outdoor Nature Kindergarten, Bray, Co. Wicklow. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to work with children and for someone who also thrives in an outdoor setting.
Benefits:
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Annual salary from €33,280.00
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Assistance with Accommodation
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We celebrate IBEC's National Day of Wellbeing, where we recognise the amazing work our team does.
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More than 30 days annual leave including bank holidays
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Closed for the Christmas Week
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We celebrate various international days throughout the year (Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter) with gifts for staff.
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Birthdays and Anniversaries Celebrations
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Internal Training
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Sick Pay
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Uniform Provided
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Access to discounted health insurance
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Employee and team of the quarter award
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Regular performance reviews
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Social Events
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Free Parking
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Employee Assistance programme
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Educational Assistance programme
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Employee referral Bonus €500 for person referring candidate and €250 for person referred
Role Responsibilities:
A Childcare Practitioner with an outdoor focus, as in forest/outdoor education, plans and supervises nature-based play, manages outdoor risks, and fosters environmental exploration.
The Role
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To report all areas of concern to the team leader/manager
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To participate in themed days within the crèche when needed
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To ensure the provision of a quality service to children and parents
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To co-operate with Park Academy TUSLA Early Years Inspectors
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To work as part of a team and liaise with other team members & team leaders
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To come up with new ideas and activities to encourage learning with the children
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To liaise with parents/guardians of the children and keep them informed of their children’s day
**Please note, applications will only be accepted for those who hold a Degree/Qualification in Childcare or related Discipline**
Working hours: 40 hours per week - Crèche opening hours are from 7.30am to 6.00pm, Monday - Friday and shifts are up to 8 hours in duration and will be confirmed by Management.
Required Qualifications:
- All applicants must have minimum QQI / FETAC Level 5. All other qualifications must be recognised by the DCYA.
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All applicants must be eligible to work full time in Ireland.
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We are eager to find a candidate with a genuine passion towards Early Years. The perfect candidate would be hardworking, ambitious, creative and a real team player
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Additional experience and qualifications are highly desirable.
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Garda Vetting (and international police clearance if having lived outside of Ireland for more than 6 months) will also be required.
**Please note, applications will only be accepted for those who hold a Degree/Qualification in Childcare or related Discipline**
