Play Group Leader

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Lullabys Montessori & Afterschool is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Play Group Leader to join our childcare team.

Lullabys has been providing early years and school-aged childcare and education in Dublin since 2006. We are committed to providing high-quality, child-centred care and education within a welcoming, inclusive and supportive environment.

The successful candidate will work directly with children as part of our childcare team and contribute to the planning and delivery of high-quality play, learning and developmental experiences.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise children's play and activities and encourage the development of physical, social, emotional and language skills.
• Plan, organise and provide age-appropriate play and learning experiences.
• Prepare play areas, resources and materials for children's activities.
• Encourage children's independence, self-confidence, creativity and positive social interaction.
• Support children's individual learning, developmental and additional needs.
• Organise and supervise indoor and outdoor activities and outings where appropriate.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and well-organised play and learning environment.
• Ensure activities are organised and supervised in accordance with health and safety requirements and service policies and procedures.
• Respond appropriately to accidents, injuries and emergencies in accordance with service procedures.
• Liaise professionally with parents, guardians, colleagues and other professionals where appropriate.
• Maintain appropriate records relating to children's care, learning and development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the day-to-day running of the service.

Requirements

• Relevant experience working with children in an educational, childcare or similar setting.
• Relevant academic or professional qualifications are desirable.
• Good understanding of children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Good communication, organisational and teamwork skills.
• Operational fluency in English appropriate to childcare provision, communication with children and families and maintaining required records.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a busy childcare team.

• Full-time, permanent position.
• 40 hours per week.
• Salary: €37,544 per annum.