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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: AN DROICHEAD The Childcare Practitioner is a capable individual with a responsibility for caring for children and maintaining a high-quality, Stimulating Learning Environment. They are warm and responsive, working flexibly and effectively as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of the childcare services. All Applicants will be subject to Access NI Enhanced DBS Police Check. Social services Vetting Check and a GP Medical Check to ensure suitability for the post. Only after all of the above is satisfactory will this post be secured.

Responsibilities

• To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children.
• To be aware of and implement the policies and procedures of an Droichead and ensure they are adhered to at all times.
• Safeguarding & Child protection.
• Health & Safety.
• Confidentiality.
• Conflict Management.
• Social networking & Mobile phone.
• Medicines and Exclusions.
• To be familiar with The Minimum Standards in Childcare NI.
• To ensure all paperwork required to is completed and up to date, as required to ensure effective management of the room.
• To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately- in accordance with safeguarding and whistle blowing policies.
• To be flexible, reliable and punctual, maintaining staff ratios at all times. Coming to the setting prepared for work on the day.
• To reflect on practice and routines, tailoring them to meet the individual needs of each child in your care.
• To Contribute to planning and the provision of a stimulating range of age appropriate activities that are rich in learning & development & that promote good Irish language opportunities.
• To contribute to observations and the assessment of children’s learning and development ensuring records are kept up to date, are of a high standard and are shared effectively.
• To develop genuine bonds with your key children and support colleagues, to sensitively fulfil their key person responsibilities.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Hold NVQ Level 2 Childcare, Learning and Development, or an equivalent qualification.
• Have a minimum of 1 year’s experience working in an early years setting.
• Have good basic Irish language.

Desirable Skills

• A qualification or experience in safeguarding, paediatric first aid, food management and safety, and Additional needs awareness.

Further Information

The Employer is: AN DROICHEAD JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.