Overview:
Kilbarrack Foxfield Preschool is a community Early Years’ Service with a strong ethos of providing high quality education and care for young children, working closely with families, engaging in multi-disciplinary cooperation and supporting early intervention. Since our foundation in 1974, we have developed into a service catering for children from two years of age to school age.
Role 1: Afterschool Leader (38 Week Contract; School Year)
Role 2: Afterschool Assistant (38 Week Contract; School Year)
We are currently looking to recruit for the above positions, with a start date as soon as possible. These roles may also involve the provision of additional support to preschool staff in our centre including holiday cover and short term absence.
They are ideally suited to those with experience of School age childcare. The rate of pay is dependent on qualifications, experience, and flexibility. (€13-€15 per hour)

Qualifications and Skills
The requirements necessary for this position are:
A minimum qualification of between FETAC/QQI Level 5 and 8 in Childcare as recognised by the Department of Children and Youth Affairs or similar, approved on an individual basis
Garda Clearance
Fluent English and Good Communication Skills
Availability to work some full days between the hours of 8.20 -6 p.m. if requested.
Flexibility and a team player
Current First Aid Certificate

Duties and Responsibilities:
Working as a member of the Afterschool team in the provision of a child centred, play-based programme. You will be responsible for planning activities, ensuring the safety of all children in the programme, serving after school snacks, interacting with children and their families, working independently as well as with a team, and creating an enriching, fun, and safe environment.
Identification of additional needs and planning for appropriate interventions either within the service provided or in conjunction with external professionals
Regular reflection on and redesign of environments and playspaces in accordance with children’s needs and interests
Communicating with parents on an ongoing basis
Engaging with the local community, primary schools and other relevant organisations
Meeting and exceeding regulatory and inspection requirements
Ensuring all policies and procedures are implemented and reviewed as required
Maintaining confidentiality and instilling awareness in all staff of the importance of confidentiality in all matters
Maintaining the health and safety standards of the service in collaboration with the team
Participating in all training and workshops as arranged by the Manager
Committing to remaining abreast of relevant policy and research developments in the sector
Hosting and mentoring university students as part of their practice placement
Attending all team meetings, appraisals and supervision meetings as arranged by the Manager
Other duties that may be assigned by the Manager as appropriate

To Apply:
Applicants may forward their CV and cover letter to Lynnette Monk by email to kfpreschool5@gmail.com referencing the position applied for.
Closing Date: August 18th 2020.