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Deputy Assistant Manager/Early Years Educator and AIMS Support

  • KIlminchy School House
  • 01/08/2023
Full time Assistant Manager Early Years Specialists

Job Description

KILMINCHY SCHOOL HOUSE & LITTLE STARS MONTESSORI SCHOOL are seeking applications for the following positions: 

  • Deputy Manager (Maternity Cover)
  • Early Years Educator
  • AIM Early Years Educators for both schools

 

 

Roles and Responsibilities

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As Deputy Manager/Early Years Teacher of the service, the successful candidate will be required to work in partnership with the general manager to ensure the efficient day-to-day running of the Service.

Role of Deputy Manager:

  • Administrative, organisational and computer skills essential
  • confidence in communicating with staff, parents and inspection bodies
  • knowledge of all legislation pertaining to Pre School/School Aged Care
  • Knowledge of funding models NCS & CCSP
  • Knowledge of inspection processes for Tusla & Pobal 
  • Maintenance of children and staff records in line with Tusla & Pobal requirements

Role as Early Years Teacher:

  • Lead and work alongside two other teachers teaching a room of 20 preschool children
  • Minimum level 7 in Early Childhood Care & Education or similar. (Experienced Level 6  with Management experience may apply.)
  • Confidence in communicating with staff and parents
  • An understanding of children's development
  • Be a team player
  • Documenting children's observations and learning journey
  • Knowledge of curriculum planning in line with Aistear and Síolta

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST IDEALLY HAVE :

  • Minimum Level 7/8 Early Years Qualification

HOURS: 42 

COMPETITIVE SALARY-34-36k upwards dependent on qualifications and experience. 

Role of Aim Support :

KILMINCHY SCHOOL HOUSE & LITTLE STARS MONTESSORI SCHOOL are also seeking AIM Early Years Educators for both schools.

Part-time position: 15 - 17.5 hours per week am or pm session - End of August- Term Time Contract . There may also be 30 hr weekly contracts. 

Requirements:

Minimum QQI Level 5 (with experience).  

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Team player
  • Montessori training an advantage

The successful candidate must have

AIM Support - QQI Level 5 (minimum) with experience.

Deputy Manager - QQI Level 7 (Experienced Level 6  with Management experience may apply.)

 

Hours

42

Salary

Deputy Manager 34-38 K upwards (depending on experience and qualifications)

Job Location

Portlaoise

Qualification Level

Minimum QQI/Fetac Level 5, Minimum QQI/Fetac Level 7
About KIlminchy School House

Kilminchy School House Portlaoise  (www.kilminchyschoolhouse.ie ) are currently seeking interested and experienced candidates ( 3yrs plus) with a passion, understanding and love of working with children in our Wobbler- Toddler Room  from the  end of July 17 ( level 7/8 preferable), We would also consider someone who is interested in covering Maternity Leave for the same group from the End of July.  Please specify on application.

Hours:40 hr contract with flexibility ( Possibly reduced hours over Summer Months pending the needs of the business)

Salary: 11 + an hour
Start date: End of July

Roles and Responsibilities

Great sense of humour and patience. Ability to take responsibility for being Group Leader preferably (or Shared) within the group and great flexibility and initiative in meeting the children’s needs. Someone who can work under pressure and multi-task and interest in assisting in preparation of food would be advantageous.

Ability to work in collaboration and communication within a team of  teachers.
Assess and plan for children’s learning based on their interests and needs.
Excellent administrative skills to document learning and maintain all relevant records.
Adhering to company policies, procedures and operational practices at all times
Ensuring positive working relationships are developed and maintained with children, staff, parents and carers.
Awareness of early years regulations, relevant legislation and policies.
Commitment to developing an inclusive setting within the context of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion guidelines 2015.
Developing practice within the guidelines of the Aistear-Siolta Practice guide.
Undertake personal responsibility to comply with the services Child protection policy.
Willingness to carry out other duties consistent with the role of an Early Years Educator as required form time to time by the Manager/Proprietor.
The successful candidate must have:

 Preferably a Degree in Early Childhood Care and Education at Level 7 / 8 from a recognised body
Relevant criteria for ECCE Scheme (i.e. minimum 3 years experience in a childcare setting) but not essential.

 Knowledge of working with the Aistear-Siolta practice guide Curriculum Framework.
If you have an interest in working with Children with Additional Needs or with 1- under 3’s – please specify.
Good communication skills – Fluency in both spoken & written English

 

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