We invest in our children, and we invest in our staff too. We work in a safe, creative, and supportive environment. We have developed a comprehensive Staff Learning and Development Programme, ensuring you have all the support you need to deliver the highest quality early learning.
Unlike other childcare services, StartBright is publicly funded and governed by a volunteer Board of Management, and as a result, we are bound by strict professional standards. In other words, we look for the best and brightest talent out there to join our teams.
JOB TITLE: Operations Manager
EMPLOYER: StartBright Early Learning Centres CLG
LOCATION: Ace Enterprise Park, Bawnogue Road, Clondalkin & 7 Service locations across Dublin South West
HOURS: 35 hrs per week (excluding breaks)
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Some flexibility around start and finish times is required.
This post is a two-year fixed term contract with the possibility of extension in accordance with funding and financial sustainability of StartBright ELC.
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Chief Executive Officer
Our Vision For every child and their family in South West Dublin, to have access to excellent early years education as a right and a key to realising their full potential.
Our Mission statement StartBright will empower and enable children, their families and communities in South West Dublin, through the delivery of exceptional early education services.
JOB PURPOSE:
To be responsible for the operational line management of a group of service managers in the organisation’s directly managed ECEC & SAC provision.
To provide leadership, direction and support to service managers to ensure that all ECEC provision is operating within the law, is financially sustainable and is meeting the Child Care Act 1991 (Early Years Services) Regulations 2016 and the Child Care Regulations (The Child Care Act 1991 (Early Years Services)( Amendments) Regulations 2016 by providing high quality education and care at all times.
To be guided by and deliver on the StartBright mission, vision and values and ensure the strategic plan is delivered at service level in partnership with the educators and senior management team.
To ensure the culture of innovation and creativity is maintained across the organisation to ensure all children and families benefit from the uniquely tailored StartBright Way.
MAIN DUTIES:
1. To provide leadership, direction and support to service managers to ensure all designated settings within area of remit are fully compliant, financially sustainable, are operating inline with legal requirements and meeting the Early Years Regulations and National Quality Standards.
2. To provide regular operations, compliance, human resources, finance and quality improvement updates/feedback on service performance to the Chief Executive Officer.
3. To manage the Early Years Hive service provider portal for programmes funded by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY).
4. To support the CEO and Quality Mentor in grant applications and identify new sources of funding which will ensure financial stability and growth to further opportunities for developing initiatives across the organisation.
5. To support the CEO to recruit and manage service managers performance, carrying out inductions, probation reviews and setting clear work and development objectives in line with the organisations strategic plan by evaluating performance against key objectives and external standards.
6. To ensure HR and people management activities (e.g. recruitment, contracts, payroll reporting, annual leave, sickness absence, grievances, disciplinaries and leavers) are carried out in accordance with StartBright ELC policy and practice within designated settings.
7. To ensure the organisation policy manual is up to date and reviews are carried out in a timely manner in accordance with regulations and StartBright policy and procedures.
8. To support CEO to address performance management issues promptly and effectively, and to support managers in promptly addressing performance issueswithin their staff teams.
9. To support managers in compliance with Tusla regulations and on safeguarding issues within area of responsibility.
10. To ensure all complaints and safeguarding issues are dealt with in accordance with StartBright ELC policies and procedures, to carry out investigations and be
involved in disciplinary and grievance issues and or safeguarding investigations as necessary.
11. To support managers in compliance with Mandatory training, DES, HSE, Pobal and identify areas of further CPD for service managers and their teams within area of
responsibility.
12. To hold regular operational compliance meetings. To take the lead when more direct intervention and a rapid response is required to improve compliance.
13. To carry out regular premises checks to ensure the physical environment of the settings are maintained to a high standard and comply with the requirements of the
Health and Safety at Work Act, and adhere to HSE guidelines, Fire safety in preschools, Food safety regulations etc
14. To support CEO and service managers with setting annual budgets and to monitor the performance of each setting against budget, ensuring prompt action is taken where performance is below target.
15. To ensure managers utilise places to their maximum potential and work with managers toidentify marketing and promotional activities to help promote the service and optimise its delivery to the children and families in the community.
16. To work alongside service managers, educational leaders and the quality mentor to identify, plan, deliver and review quality improvement activities (QIIP) in all ECEC
provision within the remit of responsibility ensuring action plans are in place and steps are being taken to improve practice, enhance learning and development and service delivery.
17. To ensure all settings engage positively with the principles and standards of Síolta: The National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education and Aistear: and use the principles and practices to drive the improvement of their services.
18. Contribute to external planning and communication networks through membership of local external planning and policy groups.
19. Research, develop and implement best practices and standards to ensure compliance and quality in Early Childhood Education & Care
20. Develop, maintain and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders in the public, voluntary, community and private sectors, demonstrating self-awareness, flexibility and a collaborative approach.
21. Support the Senior Management Team in the development and implementation of the organisation’s strategic and operational plans by developing internal processes to ensure delivery of all strategic and operational goals, objectives and targets.
22. Support and develop the organisation’s growth model of centres of excellence.
23. Participate in personal development training relevant to the post and bringing evidence based best practice and concepts to the attention of the Chief Executive Officer, Service Managers and teams.
24. To adhere to and uphold all aspects of the role in line with equal opportunities, code of conduct and confidentiality in ECEC.
The duties and responsibilities outlined in this Job Description are not meant to be definitive nor restrictive and may be modified to meet changing needs. It should be noted therefore that duties, designation and location of the post might be subject to change in the future to meet the changing requirements of the service.
This Job description may be reviewed, updated and/or amended from time to time in line with the needs of the organisation and as required by the CEO and/or the Board of Directors.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria:
Candidates should:
• Have a minimum qualification of Level 7 in Early years Education and Care or its equivalent relevant to the role
• Have a minimum of three years’ experience in a leadership or managerial role.
• Recent experience of effective management in Early Years settings.
• Have experience of strategic development and implementation at middle/ senior management level including management of significant change.
• Have a proven track record in effectively managing financial and service resources to meet strategic targets.
• Have full and extensive knowledge and understanding of The Aistear Siolta practice guide and Better Start Knowledge of the QRF, LINC and AIM
• Knowledge of the Public Policy Environment and the Voluntary and Community Sector in relation to ECEC.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other Managers and Senior Management Team
• Excellent IT Skills
• Excellent Communication and Team Building Skills
• Resilience and Leadership Skills
• The ability to build and enhance effective teams
• A full current driving license and full access to a vehicle, enabling the post holder to drive as travel between 7 centres in South Dublin will be essential
Desirable Criteria:
• Level 8 in Early years Education and Care or its equivalent relevant to the role
Benefits:
• A competitive salary
• Employer contribution to Hospital Saturday Fund
• Employer pension contributions of 3%
• Continuous Professional Development Opportunities
• Paid training days
• Bike to work/ Travel scheme Incentive programs
• Skill building days Staff days/ nights out
• Employee Assistance/ Wellbeing Program
• Continuous Professional Development opportunities
• 7 Paid sick days per annum
• 26 paid annual leave per annum
How to apply
Interested candidates should visit www.startbright.ie for more information on the services we provide and send a current CV and Cover Letter specifically stating the position applied for to:
The CEO via email to ceo@startbright.ie
Or alternatively;
via post to: The CEO, StartBright ELC Head Office, 1st Floor, ACE Enterprise Park, Bawnogue,
Clondalkin, D22
Or via ie.Indeed.com:
https://ie.indeed.com/job/operations-manager-09bcc43cb87bdb02
The closing date for receipt of applications is strictly no later than 1pm on Tuesday the 17th December
2024.
Please note short-listing may apply.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview for January 2025.
StartBright Early Learning Centres Company Ltd by Guarantee is an equal opportunities employer.
Early Years Educator required for StartBright Deansrath & St Ronan's in Clondalkin.
Applications are being sought from suitably qualified and experienced people for a part time (20hrs per week) Early Years Educator at our StartBright Deansrath & St Ronan's centre, located in Clondalkin.
StartBright have an exciting opportunity funded under the Equal Start government initiative for tackling disadvantage and are seeking to employ an additional educator to support in service mentoring, reducing child:adult ratios, support non contact time and CPD.
This will be a fixed term contract for 2 years in line with the funding.
We require a dedicated, flexible and enthusiastic individuals who are quality driven and have a child focused approach to early childhood education.
All applicants must have a minimum qualification of FETAC level 5 in Childcare.
Experience in an early years setting is essential.
The ideal candidate will have:
All candidates must hold a valid work permit.
Interested candidates should send a current CV and cover letter specifically stating the position applied for to:
The Manager via email provided;
Or alternatively via post to:
The Manager, StartBright ELC Head Office, 1st Floor, ACE Enterprise Park, Bawnogue, Clondalkin, D22
The closing date for receipt of applications is strictly no later than 1pm on Friday 13th December 2024.
Please note short-listing may apply.
StartBright Early Learning Centres Company Ltd by Guarantee is an equal opportunities employer.
Applications are being sought from suitably qualified and experienced people for the role of School Aged Educator at our StartBright Brookview centre, located in Tallaght.
StartBright have an exciting opportunity funded under the Equal Start government initiative for tackling disadvantage and are seeking to employ an additional educator to support in service mentoring, reducing child:adult ratios, support non contact time and CPD.
This will be a fixed term contract for 2 years in line with the funding.
We are looking for an educator to work 22.5hrs per week 52 weeks of the year. We require a dedicated, flexible and enthusiastic individuals who are quality driven and have a child focused approach to early childhood education.
All applicants must have a minimum qualification of FETAC level 6 in Early Childhood Education.
Experience in an early years setting is essential.
The ideal candidate will have:
•A sound working knowledge of Síolta & Aistear
• An inclusive approach to practice
• Knowledge of the Child Care Act 1991 (Early Years Services) (Registration of School Age Services) Regulations 2018
• An understanding and knowledge of the National Quality Framework and of all aspects of operating a quality early years environment required understanding and knowledge
• A good knowledge and understanding of child protection and the duties and responsibilities under Children First
• A good knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety legislation
• Experience of working with parents as partners
• A flexible approach to their work
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• An ability to work in partnership with other Educators
• Prepared to complete a Garda Vetting form and additional mandatory training required for the role
• Be naturally warm and respectful towards children & their needs
Interested candidates should send a current CV and cover letter specifically stating the position applied for to:
The Manager – manager@startbright.ieOr alternatively via post to: The Manager, StartBright ELC Head Office, 1st Floor, ACE Enterprise Park, Bawnogue, Clondalkin, D22The closing date for receipt of applications is strictly no later than 1pm on Friday 13th December 2024.
Please note short-listing may apply. StartBright Early Learning Centres Company Ltd by Guarantee is an equal opportunities employer
Family Participation Facilitator (Full-time,35 hour/ 52 weeks)
Location: StartBright ELC,Clondalkin, Dublin 22.
Purpose of the Role: The purpose of the Family Participation Facilitator (FCF) role is to support parents in StartBright Early Education Centres and School Aged Childcare, leading to improved outcomes for children and families.
Employer: StartBright ELC
Based: StartBright Balgaddy Early Education and School Aged Childcare Services, Balgaddy, Lucan Co Dublin
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Family Participation Facilitator will:
• Actively engage with parents to build on their parental capacity through provision of one to one, non-judgemental, confidential support
• Work collaboratively with parents to identify their specific needs and signpost to supporting organisations or supports as appropriate
• Assist in referral process alongside parents to supports such as SLT, CDNT etc. this is done in partnership with parents
• Implement and support parents’ participation in a range of parental engagement initiatives including workshops, coffee mornings, parent and toddler groups, family events and parent support programmes
• Conduct hands on and informative workshops to support parents and proactively improve the home learning environment
• Collaborating with other staff in the Early years and School Aged Childcare service, Parent Carer Facilitator colleagues, other professional bodies and stakeholders (Area Based Childhood Programmes, South Dublin County Partnership, Early Childhood Ireland etc) and promote the range of available services to affect the best outcomes for parents and children
• Participate in team meetings, communities of practice (COP), ongoing training and supervision and proactively identify training relevant to the role, share learning from any training or events attended
• Support the monitoring and evaluation of the FCF role and its associated activities
• Deliver/Support attendance in evidenced-based and evidence-informed parent programmes to parents in Clondalkin / Assist in linking families with local/appropriate services and agencies. Encourage their attendance at these services.
• Promote the role of Family Facilitator within trainings that may occur in the early years sector e.g. presenting at conference. These will all be in relation to StartBright vision, mission and values
• Adhere to KPIs set out by StartBright to support their Strategic Plan (2024-2026) and quality goals
• Support impact measurement through data collection, evidence and evaluation
• Share knowledge with other team members to maintain standards.
• Actively participate as a member of the designated team/service.
• Seek the advice of relevant personnel when appropriate/as required.
• Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace.
• Work within current legislation, relevant policies and procedures, guidelines and protocols within the designated team/service
• Adhere to the supervision policy.
• Any other duties that may be requested from time to time in agreement with StartBright.
Administrative
TheFamily Participation Facilitator will:
Education & Training
TheFamily Participation Facilitator will:
Person Specification and Attributes
TheFamily Participation Facilitator will hold:
Third level degree in Early Childhood Education andCare, Social Work/Care, Psychology, Social Sciences (or equivalent relevantdiscipline). Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Level 7 (orhigher)
Required skills, competencies and/or knowledge
• A minimum of three years’experience of working with parents
• Understanding of the needs ofvulnerable parents and families from areas of disadvantage
• Experience of group facilitation and supporting adults to engage in workshops, information sessions, meetings etc.
• Experience in signposting supports relevant to needs of parents. This may include supports relevant to the child or parents themselves.
• Facilitate engagement with further education and training if necessary/applicable
• Experience of establishing contacts and networking with other agencies and groups
• Ability to communicate clearly and work closely with an interdisciplinary team
• Excellent communication skills with a professional approach to the role
• Work well as part of a team but also confident and capable of working on own initiative.
Professional Knowledge
• Awareness of children and young people’s participatory practice
• Sufficient professional knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role.
• An understanding of child protection risk and harm
• An understanding of a community development approach to child protection and family support.
• An understanding of the impact of poverty and disadvantage on communities and especially its impact on parenting.
• An understanding of children’s holistic developmental needs within the context of their family and community.
• An understanding of children’s rights.
• An understanding of evidenced informed; human rights based; outcomes focused; integrated; and preventative child and family services.
• Understanding of external supporting bodies that families may liaise with/need to liaise with to support best outcomes (Meitheal, AsIam, Primary Care, HSE, TUSLA, etc)
Planning, using Judgement and Delivering a Quality Service
• Demonstrate a commitment to delivering a quality service that is child-centred and safe
• Display awareness and appreciation of families and the ability to empathise with and treat others with dignity and respect
• Demonstrate the ability to make effective decisions regarding signposting and facilitate a solution focused agenda with regard to families
• The capacity to plan and manage resources in an effective and resourceful manner
• The ability to manage self in a busy working environment including the ability to prioritise workloads
• Flexibility and openness to change
• The ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions in a timely manner.
Teamwork
• The ability to resolve conflict and empower people with sometimes quite divergent points of view
• Initiative and innovation in identifying areas for service improvement
• Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace
• Demonstrate effective team skills.
• Demonstrate flexibility and openness to change
• Demonstrate ability to utilise supervision effectively
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills
• The ability to empathise with and treat others with dignity and respect
• Display effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate with colleagues, families, etc.
• Experience in impact measurement, evidence gathering and data analysis
• Diligent recording of data, evidence and feedback to support StartBright’s impact measurement and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Desirable:
• Experience in conducting and delivering workshops, information sessions and/or evidence based programmes to adults
Employment and Reporting Arrangements
The Family Participation Facilitator will be employed by StartBright ELC and report to the Centre Manager of the centre and the Quality Mentor. S/he will work closely with all the educators on site, the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors at intervals.
This post is for a one-year contract with the possibility of extension in accordance with funding and financial sustainability of StartBright ELC.
Further information on salary and benefits can be found on the job post on indeed.com. see below for more information on how to apply.
How to apply
Interested candidates should visit www.startbright.ie for more information on the services we provide and send a current CV and Cover Letter specifically stating the position applied for to: The Manager via email to manager@startbright.ie
Or alternatively;
via post to: The Manager, StartBright ELC Head Office, 1st Floor, ACE Enterprise Park, Bawnogue, Clondalkin, D22
The closing date for receipt of applications is strictly no later than 1pm on Friday 13th December 2024.
Please note short-listing may apply.
StartBright Early Learning Centres Company Ltd by Guarantee is an equal opportunities employer.
Educational Leader required for StartBright Greenhills
(Tallaght) 35 hours per week
Applications are being sought from suitably qualified and experienced people for the role of Educational Leader at our StartBright Greenhills centre, located in Tallaght.
We require a dedicated, flexible and enthusiastic individuals who are quality driven and have a child focused approach to early childhood education.
All applicants must have a minimum qualification of FETAC level 7 in Early Years and Education.
The role of the Educational Leader is to work directly with their early years’ service to build on their capacity to deliver high quality, inclusive early childhood care and education for children and families. This role may also include a room leader/ supervisor role so experience in a leadership role in an early years setting is essential.
The ideal candidate will have:
· A sound working knowledge of Síolta & Aistear
· Knowledge and or experience of national and international models of quality practices, philosophy and pedagogy.
· Knowledge of the Child Care Act 1991 (Early Years Services) (Registration of School Age Services) Regulations 2018
· An understanding and knowledge of the Early Childhood Quality and Regulatory Framework (QRF) and of all aspects of operating a quality early years environment
· An inclusive approach to practice and an understanding of the Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Charter Guideline for Early Childhood Care and Education:
· An understanding of the First 5 - A Whole-of-Government Strategy for Babies, Young Children, and their Families2019-2028
· An appreciation for the Healthy Ireland Start Smart Framework developed by National Childhood Network
· A good knowledge and understanding of child protection and the duties and responsibilities under Children First
· Be naturally warm and respectful towards children& their needs
· Leadership and organisational skills
· An ability to work in partnership with other Educators and effect change
· Experience of working with parents as partners
· A flexible approach to their work
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Prepared to complete a Garda Vetting form and additional mandatory training required for the role
· A good knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety legislation
Full job description:
Educational Leader - Job Description
Post: Educational Leader
Company: StartBright Early Learning Centres
Location: StartBright
Hours: 20 hrs per week
Flexibility is required.
Responsible to: Quality Mentor, Centre Manager, CEO
Purpose: The role of the Educational Leader is to work directly with their early years’ service to build on their capacity to deliver high quality, inclusive early childhood care and education for children and families.
The work will be guided by the principles and standards of Síolta: The National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education
Aistear: The Early ChildhoodCurriculum Framework
Aistear Siolta PracticeGuide
Childcare Act 1991 (EarlyYears Services) Regulations 2016:
Early Childhood Quality and RegulatoryFramework (QRF):
The Diversity, Equality& Inclusion Charter Guideline for Early Childhood Care and Education:
CoRe (Report) Competencerequirements in early Childhood Care and Education
Tusla Early Years Qualityand Regulatory Framework
Better Outcomes, Brighter Futures 2014- 2020
First5 - A Whole-of-Government Strategy for Babies, Young Children and their Families2019-2028
Healthy Ireland Start Smart Framework developed by National Childhood Network
Reggio Philosophy
StartBright Strategic Plan2024-2026
Primary Duties:
Quality of Pedagogy:
- Enhance and develop the quality of the early year’s provision in their service through a range of supportive approaches including, observation, advising, modelling and coaching in accordance with identified targets and outcomes
- Support the early years service to develop and actively implement a range of policies and practices in alignment with Síolta and Aistear and the Early Childhood Quality and Regulatory Framework (QRF).
- Support staff in developing quality services that are underpinned by LINC and the Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Charter Guideline for Early Childhood Care and Education.
- Engage and support service engagement with the Aistear Siolta Practice Guide
- Research and development inline with national and international models of quality practices, philosophy and pedagogy.
-Preform onboarding training with new educators to ensure they are supported in implementing the StartBright Way. This includes but not limited to Induction training, Planning and Observation training, Child Paths training, Floorbook training.
-One to one support may be necessary to support new or even existing educators. Utilise non contact hours to reflect the educators so can offer 1:1 guidance and support.
-Observing practice is a key element of quality pedagogy. This may occur but not limited through educator swaps, additional person in room, goal setting within teams and identifying training needs. Observations are seen as a reflection tool to support communication and reflective thinking and a growth mindset.
-Observation may occur informally and formally. Informally may be just being part of the room and experience with some feedback. Formally may include video recording, observational notes and own notes with intentions to do a reflective piece for feedback.
Quality of Service:
- Knowledge and information sharing in service.
- Support and enhance the development of the core skills such as: self-evaluation and quality assessment, planning, and documenting practice. Take on an active role in further enhancing own professional development.
- Develop and ensure that action plans are relevant, current, regularly reviewed and updated and to meet the evolving situation of the early year’s setting in partnership with the Quality Mentor and Centre Manager. That Logic models are preformed for each quality goal so a clear plan it available and communicated.
- Support staff in best practice in relation to governance and advising on how to build effective partnerships with parents and the wider community. This may be done by contacting supports, initiatives, groups, speakers, schools or other professional stakeholders to both support educators and/or parents.
- Supporting and advocating for student placements. You may take on the role of cooperating educator to facilitate this fully.
- To play an active role within the Tusla inspection process
- Supporting development and review of service policy and procedures. To be aware and active in the strategic implementation and an advocator for the StartBright Way.
Other
-Preforming in research projects either with another stakeholder or within StartBright to document new initiatives and projects. Being open to and seeking out these initiatives.
-Proposing new ideas to other educational leaders, Centre Managers, Quality Mentor, CEO about new initiatives that would support best practice and quality pedagogy i.e. supports that further extend pedagogy.
-Communicating with families in multiple ways to ensure participation and engagement in the setting.
-Newsletter to be produced once a quarter by each educational leader
Timeline developed for when parents are invited into the centre
Linking in with Family Facilitator or Parent Carer Facilitator to plan year and calendar. Be aware of topics that may need to be supported and have open lines of communication to support families overall.
-Ensure staff meeting agendas have your suggestions noted. This may to be offer new information, reflective feedback, information for Educational Leader COP, notify of trainings, educators swaps etc.
Information &Administration:
·Complete and maintain records and reports pertaining to the role.
·Ensure all administration back-up and support in progress is kept updated bymaintaining all relevant systems.
·Participate in and assist in the organisation of special events, visits and anyother activities required.
- Create, develop and adjust any workingdocuments, plans, goals or other in relation to relevant practice and educatorsreflective feedback
- Monitor and evaluate all quality goals. LogicModel to be completed for each quality and goal
- Continuously add to and develop the AistearSiolta Practice Guide to ensure that all educators have access to information,notes, examples and ideas
- Ensure feedback forms are completed, surveys are completed and that all staff are engaged within the organisational communications
- Responsible for 1 newsletter per year to be completed. Quality Mentor will assist if needed.
- Send on examples of pedagogy, events, celebrations, communications etc to Quality Mentor to support social media pages and website
- Develop resources for parents to support queries, concerns, learning and development
Continuous Improvement
· Participating in training relevant to the post and bringing evidence based best practice and concepts to the attention of the Quality Mentor, Centre Manager, CEO and team.
· Research, develop and implement best practices and standards to ensure quality Early Years Learning & Care
· Discussing continuous improvements and quality of service at the monthly management meetings with Quality Mentor
Other
Any other duties within the general requirements of the role that may be assigned as appropriate.
Interested candidates should send a current CV and cover letter specifically stating the position applied for to:
The Manager via email; or alternatively via post to: The Manager, StartBright ELC Head Office, 1st Floor, ACE Enterprise Park, Bawnogue, Clondalkin, D22
The closing date for receipt of applications is strictly no later than 1pm on Friday 13th December 2024.
Please note short-listing may apply.
StartBright Early Learning Centres Company Ltd by Guarantee is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
Applications are being sought from suitably qualified and experienced people for the role of fulltime relief Early Years Educators at our StartBright Bawnogue centre, located in Clondalkin.
This role is on a casual basis to cover staff training and other leave requirements and will require flexibility and ability to work at short notice. The service is fulltime, and can offer a variety of shifts up to a maximum of 35 hours per week/ 52 weeks per year.
We require a dedicated, flexible and enthusiastic individuals who are quality driven and have a child focused approach to early childhood education.
All applicants must have a minimum qualification of FETAC level 5 in Childcare. Experience in an early years setting is essential.
The ideal candidate will have:
• A sound working knowledge of Síolta & Aistear
• An inclusive approach to practice
• Knowledge of the Child Care Act 1991 (Early Years Services) (Registration of School Age Services) Regulations 2018
• An understanding and knowledge of the National Quality Framework and of all aspects of operating a quality early years environment required understanding and knowledge
• A good knowledge and understanding of child protection and the duties and responsibilities under Children First
• A good knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety legislation
• Experience of working with parents as partners
• A flexible approach to their work
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• An ability to work in partnership with other Educators
• Prepared to complete a Garda Vetting form and additional mandatory training required for the role
• Be naturally warm and respectful towards children & their needs
Interested candidates should send a current CV and cover letter specifically stating the position applied for to:
The Manager – manager@startbright.ie
Or alternatively via post to:
The Manager, StartBright ELC Head Office, 1st Floor, ACE Enterprise Park, Bawnogue, Clondalkin, D22
The closing date for receipt of applications is strictly no later than 1pm on Friday 13th December 2024.
Please note short-listing may apply.
StartBright Early Learning Centres Company Ltd by Guarantee is an equal opportunities employer.
Early Years Educators required for StartBright Balgaddy in Lucan (20 hours)
Applications are being sought from suitably qualified and experienced people for the role of part time Early Years Educator at our StartBright Balgaddy centre, located in Lucan.
We require a dedicated, flexible and enthusiastic individuals who are quality driven and have a child focused approach to early childhood education.
All applicants must have a minimum qualification of FETAC level 6 in Childcare.
Experience in an early years setting is essential.
The ideal candidate will have:
Interested candidates should send a current CV and cover letter specifically stating the position applied for to:
The Manager via email provided;
Or alternatively via post to:
The Manager, StartBright ELC Head Office, 1st Floor, ACE Enterprise Park, Bawnogue, Clondalkin, D22
The closing date for receipt of applications is strictly no later than 1pm on Friday 22nd November 2024.
Please note short-listing may apply. Must hold a valid working visa/right to work in Ireland
StartBright Early Learning Centres Company Ltd by Guarantee is an equal opportunities employer.
Applications are being sought from suitably qualified and experienced people for the role of Early Years Educators at our StartBright Early Learning centres, located in Clondalkin, Lucan & Tallaght.
This role s on a casual basis to cover staff training and other leave requirements and will require flexibility and ability to work at short notice. Possibly suited to applicants who are qualified and currently studying or working part time or for applicants who prefer to work on a casual basis.
We require dedicated, flexible and enthusiastic individuals who are quality driven and have a child focused approach to early childhood education.
All applicants must have a minimum qualification of FETAC level 5 in Childcare.
Experience in an early years setting is essential. Experience in School Aged Childcare is desirable.
The ideal candidate will have:
· A sound working knowledge of Síolta & Aistear
· An inclusive approach to practice
· Knowledge of the Child Care Act 1991 (Early Years Services) (Registration of School Age Services) Regulations 2018
· An understanding and knowledge of the National Quality Framework and of all aspects of operating a quality early years environment required understanding and knowledge
· A good knowledge and understanding of child protection and the duties and responsibilities under Children First
· A good knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety legislation
· Experience of working with parents as partners
· A flexible approach to their work
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· An ability to work in partnership with other Educators
· Prepared to complete a Garda Vetting form and additional mandatory training required for the role
· Be naturally warm and respectful towards children & their needs
Interested candidates should send a current CV and cover letter specifically stating the position applied for to:
The Manager – manager@startbright.ie
Or alternatively via post to:
The Manager, StartBright ELC Head Office, 1st Floor, ACE Enterprise Park, Bawnogue, Clondalkin, D22
Please note short-listing may apply.
StartBright Early Learning Centres Company Ltd by Guarantee is an equal opportunities employer.
If you think you’ve got what it takes to be part of the StartBright team, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV and cover letter to manager@startbright.ie , or alternatively you can post it to: StartBright Head Office, Ace Enterprise Park, Bawnogue Road, Clondalkin, Dublin 22
