Play Group Leader

LITTLE SAINTS CRECHE & MONTESS, 4 Eaton House, Main , Rathcoole, Co. Dublin, D24 DF88

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Position: Playgroup Leader

Company: Little Saints Creche

Locations: Rathcoole, Co. Dublin

Salary: €34,881.60 per year

Hours: 40 hours per week

About the Role: Little Saints Creche is seeking a dedicated and experienced Playgroup Leader to join our team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising children’s play, encouraging physical, social, and emotional development, and creating a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment for early learning.

• Supervise and engage children in daily playgroup activities.
• Encourage children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Provide opportunities for different types of play, including structured, imaginative, creative, and outdoor play.
• Prepare materials and set up a variety of age-appropriate activities.
• Maintain a caring, safe, and positive environment for all children.
• Observe and record developmental progress and communicate effectively with parents when required.
• Ensure full compliance with Tusla Early Years Regulations, health and safety guidelines, and internal policies.
• Work collaboratively with other early years educators and support staff.

• Minimum 2 years of experience working in early childhood care, childcare, preschool, or playgroup settings.
• A bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Childcare, Pedagogy, Psychology, or another relevant field.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage positively with children and families.
• A caring, empathetic, and patient nature with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to a supportive learning environment.
• Knowledge of Aistear and Síolta frameworks is an advantage.
• A second language is an asset but not required.
• Must be available to work on-site for 40 hours per week. xcfaprz

Please send your CV to: Include “Playgroup Leader – Little Saints Creche” in the subject line.

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