The ideal candidate should possess the following:
A minimum QQI Level 6 qualification or working towards a recognised Early Years accreditation.
An understanding and knowledge of planning for the appropriate Early Years Curriculum guided by Aistear, The Early Childhood Curriculum Framework and Síolta the National Quality Framework for Early

Childhood Education.
A strong teamwork ethic and the ability to work on own initiative.
A knowledge of Childcare (Amended Pre-school) Regulations (2016).
An understanding of Child Protection Regulations (Always Children First)
Possess good communication, oral and written skills.
Experience of working within an Early Years’ service is desirable but not essential.
An ability to build strong professional relationships with parents and families of children attending the service.

Application process:
Please email CV and cover letter to paula@newbridgefrc.ie or by post to Paula Mullally, Early Years Manager, Newbridge Family Resource Centre, Newbridge, Co. Kildare.
Closing date for applications: September 7th, 2020 @ 5.00pm.
Interviews will be held Wednesday 9th September, 2020.