Are you ready for the next step in your career in the Early Years?
Would you like to work in an environment that wants to support and nurture you as an educator?
With opportunities for career progression and the chance to work with a variety of age groups and in house training workshops alongside supervision and mentoring.
Here in Kids Kottage we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and education to all children in our service. Over the past 15 years our focus has been to ensure we are a home away from home to every child. Facilitating an environment that is inclusive, enriching and meets their needs. Encouraging them to develop a strong self-identity, view themselves as capable and confident and be active participants in their learning journeys.
Since 2010 our service has expanded rapidly. We care for children from 7 months up to 12 years. Often, we see children through key milestones from their first day in the baby room through to going to primary school. We have a baby room, 2 toddler rooms, 1 first yr preschool/ full daycare room, 1 second yr preschool/ full daycare room, 1 sessional preschool class and an afterschool program.
We are looking for a Full Time experienced motivated, ambitous and passionate early years educator who is able to implement a play based curriculum with the knowledge of Aistear, Siolta and inclusive practice. Minimum Level 5 Fetac Qualification and fluent spoken and written english is a necessity. An ideal candidate will also have the following qualities and skills:
- Be creative and fun.
- Positive, kind and empathetic.
- Adaptable.
- A children's advocate.
- Leadership.
- Dedication.
The start date for this role will be the 24th of August 2026.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €15.00-€17.50 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- Do you hold a minimum QQI level 5 in the Early Years?
- Are you available to work on-site Monday to Friday?
- Do you live close enough to commute daily?
Language:
Work Location: In person
