Job Details

Cover Staff - Leopardstown, Ballybrack & Cabinteely

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    TIGER TIME LIMITED
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    Ref: #JOB-2450790
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    Dwarf Oaks, Church Road, Ballybrack, Glenageary, Co. Dublin, A96 PC62
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    40 hours per week
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    18.05 Euro Hourly
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    Published On: 29 May 2026
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    Closing On: 26 Jun 2026

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Cover Staff - Ballybrack & Leopardstown & Cabinteely | Full - Time | Fixed Term | €18.05 per hour


If you're organised, values-driven, and ready to contribute to something bigger, this could be your next chapter.



Why We Do What We Do
Tigers Childcare creates exceptional environments where children thrive through play, exploration and meaningful relationships. With 33 centres and growing, we’re one of Ireland’s leading childcare providers – committed to quality, inclusion and continuous improvement.

The same values that guide how we support children – curiosity, care, consistency and high expectations – shape how we support our teams. At Tigers, we invest in your development, prioritise wellbeing, and make sure everyone feels they belong.



How You’ll Make an Impact
Deliver holistic, play-based early years education to support children’s emotional, social, physical and cognitive development.
Ensure curriculum and activities align with Aistear and Siolta to enable centre success.
Provide engaging care and observations that enable colleagues and families to track each child’s progress.
Contribute to a culture of safety, professionalism, inclusion, and care.


What You’ll Need to Succeed


Must-Haves

Fetac Level 5 (or recognised equivalent) in Early Childhood Care and Education
Experience in a childcare role (preferred)
Fluent English
Passion for working with children, reliability, empathy, and attention to detail
Nice-to-Haves

Experience applying Aistear and Siolta in practice
Interest in continued growth within a values-driven childcare setting


The Perks, the Pay, and the Purpose


What the Role Offers You

A meaningful role contributing to early years development and centre success
Supportive colleagues and a genuinely values-led culture
Opportunities to grow and develop through CPD and learning
A role where your care, detail and professionalism are noticed and valued


Salary & Benefits

Hourly rate of pay: €18.05 per hour 
30 paid holiday days (including bank holidays, with service-based increases)
5 days statutory sick pay
FlyeFit Gym discount
10% discount on HSF Health Plan
€500 referral bonus (unlimited)
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Educational Assistance Programme
CPD and career development opportunities
Tigers Stripes Recognition Programme
Onboarding induction, colleague appreciation days, and quarterly paid team meetings
Break room facilities and on-site parking


Let’s Build Something Brilliant Together
If this sounds like your kind of role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via our website.

All roles are subject to Garda Vetting and reference checks in line with regulatory requirements and Tigers Childcare’s Safeguarding Policy.  
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Career Level

  • Entry Level

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