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Early Years Educator

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    Karen O'Flynn Pathways Childcare Ltd
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    Ref: #JOB-2474005
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    PATHWAYS IRELAND, Unit 1, The Mall, Maryborough Woods, Co. Cork, T12 YH6R
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    39 hours per week
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    18.05 Euro Hourly
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    Published On: 07 Oct 2026
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    Closing On: 04 Nov 2026

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We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and caring Early Years Educator to join our team. If you love working with young children and watching them grow and learn, we'd love to hear from you.

Your responsibilities will include:
-Providing high-quality care and education to young children
-Planning and supporting age-appropriate activities and experiences
-Building warm, positive relationships with children and their families
-Supporting children's emotional, social and developmental needs
-Maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment
-Working closely with colleagues as part of a busy childcare team
-Following Pathways Childcare's policies, procedures and best-practice guidelines

Key Requirements:
We are looking for someone who:
-Has a genuine passion for working with young children
-Is warm, caring, patient and enthusiastic
-Works well as part of a team
-Works using their own initiative
-Has excellent communication skills
-Is reliable, organised and able to work in a busy environment
-Is committed to providing high-quality childcare and early years education
-Holds the relevant Early Years/Childcare qualification: minimum QQI level 5

This is a Full-time position.

We offer:
-A friendly and supportive team environment
-A busy and rewarding working environment
-Opportunities for professional development and training

Please send your cv with two written references to pathwayschildcarecork@gmail.com.  
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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