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Full-time Nanny/Childcare Professional

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    WATERSHED CARE SERVICES IRELAND LIMITED
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    Ref: #JOB-2429393
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    Co. Dublin,
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    No of positions: 20
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    Paid Position
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    40 hours per week
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    To be Confirmed
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    Published On: 19 Jan 2026
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    Closing On: 16 Feb 2026

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy. 


- Provide attentive, high-quality, full-day childcare in the family home or placement location
- Ensure a safe, secure, nurturing, and stimulating environment at all times
- Support children’s emotional, social, and behavioural development
- Promote independence, confidence, and positive routines
- Establish and maintain consistent daily routines (meals, naps, play, learning time)
- Plan and deliver age-appropriate educational, creative, and recreational activities
- Encourage development through play, conversation, reading, and outdoor activities
- Support transitions such as starting school, changing routines, or new siblings
- Prepare and handle children’s meals and snacks in line with basic food hygiene and safety practices, including awareness of allergies and dietary requirements
- Manage school runs, collections, and attendance at activities where required
- Support homework and age-appropriate learning tasks
- Maintain tidy, organised, child-safe bedrooms, play areas, and equipment
- Manage light child-related laundry and tidying only
- Communicate clearly and professionally with parents regarding routines, progress, and any concerns
- Work collaboratively with the Watershed office team
- Follow all Watershed policies, safeguarding procedures, and health & safety standards
- Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries within the family home

Essential Requirements
- Minimum 2 years’ professional childcare experience (private family, creche, or agency)
- QQI Level 5 or higher in Early Learning & Care/Childcare or equivalent
- Children First Safeguarding Training (Tusla e-learning) or willingness to complete prior to placement
- Paediatric First Aid or willingness to complete prior to placement
- Excellent communication, organisational, and time-management skills
- A warm, reliable, and professional approach to childcare
- Ability to work independently and responsibly within a family home/private environment
- Strong awareness of safe childcare practices, health & safety, and child wellbeing
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries within private family homes
- Willingness to provide written references and consent to Garda Vetting by the company
- Police clearance required where the applicant has lived outside Ireland for more than 6 consecutive months since the age of 18
- Proof of eligibility to work in the EU (no sponsorship provided)
- Ability to travel independently to placements across Dublin
- A genuine commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Location: Dublin (North Dublin, South Dublin, Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown, Dublin City, and West Dublin service areas), Ireland
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential Desirable

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