Toadstool Cottage t/a Ballyrush Community Childcare CLG are recruiting an Early Years Educator
Early Years Educator full or part time hours considered
This is a fixed-term position until 22nd of December 2026, with the possibility of an extension depending on the ongoing staffing requirements of the service.
We are a small community run créche catering for children aged between 1 and 5 years.
We offer rates of pay depending on qualification and experience in line with the Childcare Employment Regulation Order.
Additional benefits to working for our company include:
- Finish early every Friday
- Work as part of a small, energetic, fun team with a low turnover rate
- We support ongoing learning and career development through paid access to an extensive array of training programmes.
- Promotional opportunities offered within the organisation to further career development
- Time off in Lieu offered for any additional work or training outside of regular working hours
- Guaranteed Christmas holidays
- Staff recognition events at Christmas & summer as well as bonuses offered.
- Childcare discount (subject to availability)
- Sick pay provided in line with Statutory Sick Pay legislation
- Weekly paid non-contact time
- Additional relief educators available to support room leaders/assistants
- Access to the employee assistance programme and company pension scheme
Applicants must have minimum Fetac Level 5 in Childcare or equivalent qualification recognised by the DCYA.
Manual Handling, Fire safety and FAR is an advantage but not necessary as full training will be provided.
Please forward CV and covering letter to [email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From €15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Castlebaldwin, County Sligo: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Early childhood education: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- FETAC/QQI Level 5 Childcare or equivalent approved by DCYA (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
