Childcare Vacancies in Kildare
05 April, 2023
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The Beehive Montessori Preschool - Early Years Educator - Class Leader
LOCATION: Prosperous, Co Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
The Beehive provides education and care for upto 40 sessional children with a lunch club until 1:30 pm each day. We opened in 2011 and have a small, friendly and professional team provide a high quality environment for our little ones.
We have use of the fabulous Kildare Maze grounds which ensures the children’s holistic needs are met with lots of movement and time in nature.
We are looking for someone who:
- Genuinely loves guiding and nurturing children to be their very best selves.
- Enjoys preparing an environment that fosters creativity, independence, self confidence and curiosity.
- Is able to take initiative to keep learning records and plan activities based on your observations of the children, their interests, needs and strengths.
- Enjoys building positive relationships with parents, colleagues and other agencies who may visit the service Is able to provide an inclusive environment so ALL children feel they belong.
- Enjoys outdoor activities (whatever the weather) and be willing to develop the outdoor curriculum with the team Is excited to develop their own practice.
- Has experience of working in an early years service
The successful candidate will be supported with relevant paid CPD.
Minimum Fetac/ QQI Level 6 in Early Childhood and Care and Education is required.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Hour per week: 17.5 - 22.5 (flexible)
HOW TO APPLY: Please email your cv to thebeehivemontessori@gmail.com or call Tara on 085 1310562 for an informal chat.
CLOSING DATE: 28/02/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Non contact hours
- Paid CPD
- Birthday day off
- Christmas bonus
- Summer bonus
- Staff brunches
Naíonra Aoibhneas - Early Years Educator
LOCATION: The Mill, Celbridge Community Centre, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
Naíonra Aoibhneas is an ECCE sessional service, based in The Mill, Celbridge Community Centre, Co. Kildare. Naíonra is hiring for the position of an Early Years Educator.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and the Irish Language! The role will include:
- Continuous attention to the children's learning and development journey.
- Ensuring children feel comfortable and supported within the physical environment.
- Observing and reflecting on children’s emerging interests, providing the opportunity for meaningful experiences.
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with the Room Leader.
Successful Applicant’s should have the following requirements:
- A minimum QQI level 5 qualification in Early Childhood Education
- An interest in the Irish Language is desirable
Additional information:
- The position offers flexibility with start dates, providing the opportunity for an immediate start or a commencement date in September 2025!
- Pay inline with ERO, June 2024.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
This includes a full time position, Monday to Friday, from 09:30 to 12:30
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit cover letter and CV to Naionra.aoibh@gmail.com
CLOSING DATE: 01/08/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
Pay above ERO recommendation, June 2024.
Castlewarden Montessori - Montessori/Pre-School Teacher
LOCATION: Straffan, Co Kildare W23 WD92
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Castlewarden School is a friendly, privately run local established pre-school within the community. The school is over 20 years in operation, it is located in a beautiful setting in the countryside, just 5 minutes drive from Exit 6 on the N7 Naas Motorway.
We strive to provide a secure, happy environment for all children in our care while fostering a love of life and learning. We are seeking for a friendly and responsible person who enjoys working with children to join our team.
We provide a wide range of resources and supplies for our daily curriculum activities along with many seasonal events.
Key responsibilities:
- Planning and implementing activities in accordance with our daily curriculum.
- Providing a child centered nurturing, caring and educational environment.
- Record keeping, maintaining and updating all records in accordance to Childcare Regulation
- FETAC Level 5/6 required.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Part-time, Specified Purpose Contract Contract length: To June 2025 with the option to extend to next academic year Pay: €14.00-€14.50 per hour
HOW TO APPLY: Please email CV and Cover Letter to castlewardenmontessori@gmail.com
CLOSING DATE: 28/02/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS
- Free Car Parking
- Some flexibility available for days/hours to be worked.
Clever Cats Childcare Centre - AIM Support Educator
LOCATION: 2 Trinity Cresent, Derrinturn, Co. Kildare, W91 DD88
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
We are looking for an AIM Support Educator to join our team on a part-time basis ( 5 mornings per week, 3 hours per day), some non contact hours also available.
Requirements:
- Candidates must hold a minimum of FETAC/QQI Level 5 (or recognised equivalent) in a childcare qualification with experience in a preschool setting desirable.
- They will have a gentle caring nature,will be enthusiastic, energetic and playful, with good communication skills and an ability to work on their own initiative and to get on well with others.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Part-time, Specified Purpose Contract Contract length: To June 2025 with the option to extend to next academic year Pay: €14.00-€14.50 per hour
HOW TO APPLY: Apply by email please to Deirdre at clevercatschildcare2@gmail.com with CV and cover leter
CLOSING DATE: 28/02/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS
- Paid non contact hour
- Christmas bonus
- parking off street
Little Toppers - Early Years Educator / Childcare Practitioner
LOCATION: Ovidstown, Straffan, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Little Toppers are recruiting an Early Years Educator to join their team.
Main duties include:
- Manage your own room
- Carry out observations
- Maintain effective communication with children and required documentation
- Establish positive relations and work in partnership with parents and fellow staff members
- Work with colleagues to ensure the smooth operation of the childcare facility
- Create a safe, happy and inclusive learning environment for the children
- Adhere to all safety, health and childcare regulations and guidelines
Requirements
- QQI level 5 or 6 in childcare
- Experience in a similar environment
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written in English
- Passion for Early Childhood Education and a commitment to providing high quality care
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Full time permanent position 40 hours per week
HOW TO APPLY: Please email your CV to rkiernan@littletoppers.ie
CLOSING DATE: 21/02/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Salary starting up to €16 per hour.
- Free onsite parking.
- Christmas bonus.
Early Scholars - AIM Support Practitioner
LOCATION: 25 Old Mill Race, Athgarvan, Co.Kildare W12AE42
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Early Scholars are recruiting an AIM support practitioner to join their Athgarvan team.
This is a full-time position 9am – 3pm, 30 hours weekly in our morning Pre-school Program and lunch club. You will be working alongside another Early Years Educator in a warm friendly inclusive environment.
Requirements:
- QQI Level 5 or 6 – proof of certificate is required.
- Planned progression to QQI Level 7 an advantage
- 2 signed references
- Garda Vetting will be processed
- Further training provided including First Aid, Manual Handing and Fire Safety Role
Duties include:
- Support the Preschool Teacher in an ECCE classroom of 11 children
- Support the Preschool Teacher in the day to day running of the service, ensuring adherence to Early Scholars policies and procedures
- Assist with daily planning, child observations and scrapbooks
- Excellent communication skills required to work alongside the key carer, families, children and staff.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Full-time, permanent 9am-3pm daily (30 hours per week)
HOW TO APPLY: For more information please contact Ali at aliearlyscholarslearning@gmail.com or on 086-2225274
CLOSING DATE: 31/01/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Competitive salary based on level of qualification
- Childcare
- On-site parking
- Time in lieu provided for out of hours training
- Paid CPD and training including Level 8 degree programs (subject to a minimum period of employment)
At Early Scholars we emphasise the importance of work-life balance and provide a range of benefits including a variety of shift options
Elsmore Creche - Early Years Practitioner
LOCATION: Elsmore, Naas West, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 E8XP
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Are you passionate about working with young children? Do you thrive in a supportive, team-based environment that values both your professional growth and personal well-being? We’re looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Early Years Educator to join our dynamic team at our vibrant creche in Naas!
Why Work With Us?
- Competitive Salary: We offer a highly competitive pay scale
- Professional Development: Enjoy ongoing in house training to continue developing your skills and advancing your career.
- Convenient Location: On site parking is available, ensuring a hassle-free commute.
What we’re looking for?
We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring, and dedicated individual to help deliver the best care and education for young children. You will be working in a friendly and supportive team environment where children’s well-being and development are our priority.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality childcare and early education in line with Aistear and Siolta frameworks.
- Plan and implement age-appropriate and stimulating activities that support children’s development.
- Follow all TUSLA regulations and ensure health and safety standards are maintained.
- Be naturally warm and respectful towards children, fostering a nurturing environment.
- Collaborate with a team of educators and be able to work independently when required.
Requirements:
- Minimum FETAC Level 5 in Childcare (or equivalent international qualification).
- A genuine passion for working with young children and understanding their needs.
- Knowledge of Aistear and Siolta is an advantage.
- A strong commitment to health and safety awareness.
- Previous experience in delivering age-appropriate curriculum in early years settings.
- Ability to work well within a team and also demonstrate initiative.
Personal Attributes:
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to be an effective communicator.
- A team player with the ability to work independently when needed.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Permanent - 42 hours per week
HOW TO APPLY: Please email hr@elsmorecreche.ie
CLOSING DATE: 31/01/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Highly competitive rate of pay Ongoing training and professional development.
- Social events to help maintain a strong team bond.
- On-site parking for your convenience.
- Positive working environment that values your input and growth.
- Christmas Bonus
Funbugs Childcare - Qualified Early Years' Educator
LOCATION: Eadestown, Naas, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Funbugs Childcare is looking for an Early Years Educator to join our team.
The successful candidate will be required to:
- Have a genuine love of children, their development and learning abilities
- Be fun and creative, have a good use of own initiative and the ability to build strong relationships with staff
- Children and parents alike
- Be able to plan a child-led play based emergent curriculum based on the children's individual needs
- Be able to plan and co-ordinate an inclusive environment.
Minimum Fetac/ QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood and Care and Education or Social Care Studies (awarded before 2015). Higher qualification is an advantage.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Permanent / 40 hours per week
HOW TO APPLY: Please send your CV to manager@funbugs.ie
CLOSING DATE: 14/02/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Christmas vouchers
- Attendance bonuses (when meet the criteria)
- Free e-charging station
- Morning tea break fully paid
- Morning snack and lunch provided
- Additional day off after one year of service (birthday leave)
The Purple Penguin - Early Intervention Tutor
LOCATION: 69 The Orchard, Oldtown Mill, Celbridge, Co. Kildare, W23 KD77
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
The Purple Penguin Creche opened in 2004. We are a friendly family run Creche and have established an amazing reputation within Celbridge and the surrounding areas. We have a purpose built facility and we cater for children 6 months up to 12 years of age. We have a professional and friendly team who strive to keep our children safe ,secure, nurtured and educated to an excellent standard.
Minimum qualifications required:
Level 6,7,8 in Early Childhood and Education. If you hold a qualification outside of Ireland it must be recognised by the DCEDIY or you must attach a letter of eligibility by the DCEDIY
What you need:
- Childcare regulation knowledge
- Excellent communication Skills - Advance English (required)
- Passion to work with children
- 2 written references
- Experience in a creche environment and knowledge of Aistear, Siolta, Curriculum planning and observations
What we offer our team:
- Competitive pay based on qualifications and experience
- A family creche so we care about our team
- Training courses
- Non contact time
- Paid fortnightly
- Bike to work scheme
- Social events
- Manager and Owner on site
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
- Full-time
- Pay: Up to €17.00 per hour
- Expected hours: 40 per week
- Expected start date: 04/01/2025
HOW TO APPLY: Please ermail a cover letter and CV to info@purplepenguin.ie
CLOSING DATE: 02/02/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Non contact time
- Free car parking
- Paid CPD
- Bike to work scheme
- Employee discount
Tiddlywinks and Scallywags - Early Intervention Tutor
LOCATION: Maynooth, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Tiddlywinks and Scallywags Preschool, Maynooth, Co. Kildare are currently seeking to recruit a Tutor (Level 8 Early Years Education, Montessori Education or Primary Teaching) for our Early Intervention preschool service.
Applicants must hold a Teaching Council number. A permanent Teaching Council number is desirable though not essential.
Experience working with preschool aged children is required. Previous experience working with children with autism is desirable however training will be provided.
Competitive salary offered.
Immediate start. Please forward CV to info@tiddlywinksandscallywags.ie
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Permanent 40 hours
HOW TO APPLY: Please forward CV to info@tiddlywinksandscallywags.ie
CLOSING DATE: 24/01/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Free Parking
- CPD provided
Play and Learn Childcare and Education - Early Childhood Educators
LOCATION: Newbridge, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Play and Learn are recruiting for enthusiastic Early Childhood Educators to join our team in Newbridge Co Kildare.
We have two high quality services in the town - one full day care service and one preschool and afterschool service.
What we offer:
- A competitive salary.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Employee Wellness programme which includes 24/7 access to financial & legal advisors and counsellors.
- Social club.
- A high-quality early years environment where staff are valued and rewarded for their invaluable role within the service.
What we require:
- A minimum QQI level 5 in Early Years qualification or equivalent.
- Level 7 or 8 QQI qualification an advantage and will receive top end of our pay-scale salary.
- A genuine love and interest for working with children.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- An ability to work as part of a team.
- An ability to work in partnership with parents and other educators within the centre to create a home from home environment.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Full Time, Permanent Position - 40 hours per week
HOW TO APPLY: Please email your CV to nicola@playandlearn.ie
CLOSING DATE: 31/03/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Non contact hours
- Pay increments, health insurance benefit
- Free car parking
- Employee childcare places
- Paid CPD
- Christmas bonus
- Birthday day off, etc.
Punchestown Montessori School - AIM Practitioner
LOCATION: Punchestown Naas, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
A minimum QQI Level 5 or 6 is required for this position.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
15 hours a week, Monday to Friday.
HOW TO APPLY: Please call Gaye Mullen on 086 6005614 for further details.
CLOSING DATE: 20/05/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
Please call Gaye Mullen on 086 6005614 for further details.
All Stars Montessori - Relief Staff - Early Years Educator
LOCATION: Rathcoffey, Co Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
Early Years Educator (min lever 5 qualification)
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Maternity Cover from May 2025. 18 hrs per week. Mon to Fri.
HOW TO APPLY: Please contact Breda on 085 8570387 or email: shielbreda@hotmail.com
CLOSING DATE: 28/02/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
Option of full time employment from August 2025