KCCC Jobs Board
23 June, 2025
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Your vacancy will remain live until after the closing date, if you would like to have the closing date extended, please contact emily@kccc.ie or Barbara rcmdo@kccc.ie
Naíonra Uí Shionnaigh - Early Years Educator & Room Leader
LOCATION: Melitta Rd, Kildare, R51 CX64
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We are looking for an Early Years Educator and also a Room Leader for September.
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum QQI Level 5 & QQI Level 6 for the Room Leader.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
HOW TO APPLY: You can apply by emailing your letter of application and C.V. to naionraishionnaigh@gmail.com.
CLOSING DATE: 1/08/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Paid CPD
- Paid non contact time
- Christmas Bonus
- Summer Bonus
- Free Car Parking
- Free uniform
Little Harvard Childcare - Early Years Educator | Part Time + Full Time
LOCATION: Leixlip ¦ Newbridge ¦ Kilcock ¦ Maynooth
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
Little Harvard is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Educator to join our team. You’ll support the learning and development of children in a safe, nurturing, and fun environment!!
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care and Education (or equivalent on DCEDIY list)
- Understanding of Aistear and Síolta
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Eligibility to work in Ireland
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
HOW TO APPLY: You can apply by emailing your CV to recruitment@littleharvard.ie We look forward to hearing from you!!
CLOSING DATE: 19/07/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Competitive pay
- Continuous professional development
- Employee Referral Program
- Paid training
- Free uniform
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Educational Support
- Career progression opportunities across 21+ centres
Minnows Childcare Academy - Early Years Educator
LOCATION: 13 Straffan Green, Straffan Wood, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, W23 F2Y9
We have an opportunity for a kind and caring educator to join our team.
Requirements:
- Minimum QQI Level 5 essential
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
HOW TO APPLY: Please apply with CV and cover letter to childcareminnows@gmail.com
CLOSING DATE: 30/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
Minnows Childcare Academy is a small family run creche servicing Maynooth and the surrounding areas, which has been operating for over 14yrs.
- We offer a very competitive salary (20 annual leave days plus 10 bank holidays)
- Weekly paid non contact time
- Paid CPD
- Subsidised childcare
- Free parking
- Christmas bonus
- Birthday gifts
- Teacher appreciation day annually
Parkview Creche - Early Years Educators - Leads & Assistants
LOCATION: Leixilip, Co Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Educators to join our Leixlip team.
Requirements:
- Min. qualification: QQI Level 5 in ECE
- Room Leads hold a QQI L7 qualification
- Must have first Aid
- Always Children First online training certification
- Garda vetting will be processed
- Full details will be discussed at interview
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Hours of work between 7.45 - 5.45
HOW TO APPLY: Please email your CV to recruitment@parkviewcreche.ie
CLOSING DATE: 23/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Our benefit package will be discussed at the interview.
Cocoon Childcare Naas - Early Years Educator
LOCATION: The Millenium Business Park, Osberstown, Naas, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We are seeking an enthusiastic & dedicated Educator to join our team.
Requirements:
- Minimum QQI Level 5 essential
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
HOW TO APPLY: Please email your CV to naas@cocoonchildcare.ie
CLOSING DATE: 27/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Competitive Salary
- Ongoing Training & Development
- Education Assistance
- Employee Benefits
Early Scholars - Supervisor
LOCATION: Athgarvan, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We are looking for a fun, enthusiastic on ratio supervisor at our Athgarvan branch.
Requirements:
- Garda vetting will be processed
- 2 signed references
- Minimum QQI Level 6 essential, Level 7 or above an advantage – proof of certificate is required
- Experience working as a room leader preferred, training offered.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience and awareness of Siolta and Aistear Framework.
- Experience in curriculum planning through emergent interests.
- Can motivate and support the team.
- Can work well with parents, children and staff.
- Experience with the day to day running of a Full Day-care service.
- Further training provided including First Aid, Manual Handing and Fire Safety.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
- This is a full time position from 9:30am to 5:30pm, Mon to Fri.
- Permanent 35 hrs p/w Mon to Fri
HOW TO APPLY: Please email aliearlyscholarslearning@gmail.com
CLOSING DATE: 20/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
At Early Scholars we emphasise the importance of work-life balance and provide a range of benefits:
- Excellent renumeration package with pay increments
- Non-contact hours are provided
- Time in lieu provided for all out of hours training
- Paid CPD and training including degree programs (subject to a minimum period of employment)
- Use of company car and free car parking
Wigwams Childcare - Educator
LOCATION: Ballysaxhills, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We have an opportunity for a kind and caring educator to join our team.
Minimum qualifications: Fetac Level 5 full award childcare
We are primarily outdoor service with seamless provision nurturing children’s curiosity through a play based curriculum.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Permanent
HOW TO APPLY: Please forward CV and cover letter to Gdwigwams@gmail.com
CLOSING DATE: 30/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- €15 hr + essential Non contact time weekly
Tiggerz Den Preschool - Educator
LOCATION: Sawauya, Old Grange, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We are seeking an enthusiastic & dedicated Educator to join our team.
Requirements:
- Fetac Level 5 qualification in Early Childhood Education
- A Knowledge of Aistear & Siolta
- Able to work as part of a team
- Be able to support children in their holistic development
- Child Protection Training (desired but not essential)
- First Aid Certificate At least 2 years experience in childcare
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
This is a term time position working 38 weeks 9am to 4.15pm.
Salary dependent on experience inline with ERO Start Date September
HOW TO APPLY: Please email your CV to Breda at breda.mcguirk@tiggerzden.com or phone 0872880622
CLOSING DATE: 30/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Staturory Sick Pay
- On site parking
Newbridge Family Resource centre - C.E. Early years Educator
LOCATION: Newbridge Family Resource Centre W12PX65
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
No qualification needed as training will be given . N.B to qualify for a CE position you must be in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for at least 12 months
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
19.5 hours per week
HOW TO APPLY: Please contact Suzie 086/1748987 or Mairead 087/7522179
CLOSING DATE: 29/08/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Free car parking
- Training costs covered under scheme
Acorn Montessori and Creche - Creche Manager
LOCATION: Osberstown Rd Naas W91EC80
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Crèche Manager to lead our full-day childcare facility in Naas, Co Kildare
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to oversee the daily operations of a busy and vibrant early year setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily management of the crèche, ensuring compliance with Tusla regulations and all relevant childcare standards
- Lead, motivate, and support a team of early years educators
- Ensure a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children
- Manage enrolments, staffing, and financial aspects of the crèche
- Build strong relationships with children, parents, and staff
- Implement and maintain high-quality early childhood education programmes
- Conduct staff training, appraisals, and performance management
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety policies and procedures
Requirements:
- Minimum Level 6 qualification in Early Childhood Education (Level 7/8 preferred)
- At least 2 years of experience in management or supervisory role within a childcare setting
- Strong knowledge of Aistear, Siolta, and Tusla regulations
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Passion for early childhood education and child development
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Permanent 40hours per week
HOW TO APPLY: To apply please send your CV via email to acorncreche@gmail.com
CLOSING DATE: 27/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Additional paid holidays
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Supportive and friendly working environment
- Opportunities for career progression
- Onsite Parking
Little Toppers - Early Years Educator
LOCATION: Straffan, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
Little Toppers are recruiting for a full time Early Childhood Educator to join our team. If you have a love for working with children and are committed to providing the highest standards of quality care and education, this is the right post for you.
The successful candidate must have:
- QQI level 5 qualification as minimum or DCEDIY recognised
- Good written and spoken English with strong communication skills.
- Be self-motivated and passionate about early learning and development.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
40 Hours per week
HOW TO APPLY: To apply please send your CV via email to rkiernan@littletoppers.ie or contact 087 6209111
CLOSING DATE: 27/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Salary €32000 to €39000 per annum depending on qualifications and experience.
- Free car parking
- Pension
- Annual bonus
- Staff discount.
Kidz@Play Maynooth - Graduate Lead Early Years Educator
LOCATION: Maynooth, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
Graduate Lead Early Years Educator required to join our highly qualified team.
Requirements:
- Minimum Level 7 in Early Years Education required
- Working as part of a team with children aged between 2.5 and 12 years
- Salary in line with ERO rates or above depending on qualifications and experience
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
40 Hours per week, Full Time
HOW TO APPLY: To apply please send your CV to us at maynooth@kidzatplay.ie
CLOSING DATE: 04/08/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Non Contact Hours
- Free staff car parking
- Employee childcare places with discount
- Paid CPD days etc.
Magic Years Ltd. - Early Years Educator Room Leaders x 2
LOCATION: Sallins, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We are looking for 2 Early Years Room Leaders to join our team here at Magic Years in Sallins.
These roles have different starting dates, one starting in June and one starting in August.
Requirements:
- Minimum level 5 award in the Early Years - level 6-8 in the Early Years desirable (No other qualifications will suffice)
- Experience an advantage but not essential
- Must enjoy working as part of a team
- Must have a passion for working directly with children
- Must be able to demonstrate developed Leadership skills
Position: The position offered is Room Leader, with growth potential if desired
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
These roles are full-time and permanent. The positions are for Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm.
Contract is permanent full-time, permanent dependent on successful completion of probation period.
HOW TO APPLY: Please email your CV to magicyearslimited@gmail.com
CLOSING DATE: 01/09/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Attractive package for the right candidate
- If this seems like something you would be interested in or would like more information on, please email us your CV, along with any questions you may have to magicyearslimited@gmail.com.
Tiggerz Den Preschool - Graduate Early Years Educator
LOCATION: Monasterevin, Co Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We are recruiting a graduate Early Years Educator to join our team next September.
Reuirements:
- Minimum level 7 qualification in Early Childhood Education
- Be able to support children in their holistic development
- A knowledge of Aistear & Siolta. Being able to work as part of a team
- An understanding of curriculum planning
- Experience in a similar role
- FAR First Aid, Child Protection (desired but not essential)
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
This is a term time position working for 38 weeks 9am to 4.15pm. Salary dependent on experience inline with ERO.
Permanent position - Working hours: 9am. - 4.15pm Monday - Friday 38 weeks.
HOW TO APPLY: Please email your CV to Breda at breda.mcguirk@tiggerzden.com or Phone 0872880622.
CLOSING DATE: 30/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Statutory Sick Pay
- On site parking
Tiggerz Den Preschool - Early Years Educator
LOCATION: Monasterevin, Co Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We are recruiting an Early Years Educator to join our team next September.
Reuirements:
- Level 6 qualification in Early Childhood Education
- Be able to support children in their holistic development
- A knowledge of Aistear & Siolta
- Being able to work as part of a team
- An understanding of curriculum planning
- Experience in a similar role. FAR First Aid
- Child Protection (desired but not essential)
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
This is a term time position working for 38 weeks 9am to 4.15pm. Salary dependent on experience inline with ERO. Start Date: September
HOW TO APPLY: Please email your CV to Breda at breda.mcguirk@tiggerzden.com or Phone 0872880622.
CLOSING DATE: 30/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Statutory Sick Pay
- On site parking
Elsemore Creche - Early Years Educator
LOCATION: Elsmore, Naas, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We are recruiting a Early Years Educator to join our team. Candidates are required to have a Minimum Level 5 In Early Childhood and Education for this position.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Permanent, 42.5 hours per week.
HOW TO APPLY: Please email your CV to hr@elsmorecreche.ie
CLOSING DATE: 26/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Paid CPD
- Accommodation if required
- Free car parking
- Attendance bonus
- Referral friend scheme
- Employee childcare places
Churchtown Stepping Stones - Early Years Educator
LOCATION: Churchtown, Athy, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We are seeking a fun, energetic, caring Early Years Educator to join us.
Requirements:
- Minimum QQI Level 5
- Planned progression to QQI Level 6 or 7 an advantage
- 2 signed references
- Garda Vetting will be processed
- Other training a bonus such as first aid but will be provided when required
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
This is a full time position Monday to Friday (Term time) 25-30 hours per week
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send you cv to nolanlor@yahoo.ie or churchtownsteppingstones@yahoo.com
CLOSING DATE: 29/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Competitive salary
- On site parking
- Discount childcare
- Further development and training
Play and Learn Childcare and Education - Early Years Educator
LOCATION: Newbridge, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
What we require:
- A minimum QQI level 5 in Early Years qualification or equivalent. Level 7 or 8 QQI qualification an advantage and will receive top end of our pay-scale.
- A genuine love and interest for working with children.
- Positive interactions to ensure that the care of the child is our top priority
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- An ability to work as part of a team.
- An ability to work in partnership with parents and other educators within the centre.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Part-time and Full Time permanent positions available.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send email your CV to nicola@playandlearn.ie or newbridge@playandlearn.ie
CLOSING DATE: 27/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- A competitive salary.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Education funding scheme
- Employee Wellness programme with access to financial advisors and counsellors
- Social club and company events
- A high-quality early years environment where staff are valued and rewarded.
- Supportive management team.
- Childcare/Employee discount
- Sick pay
Kiddies Choice Creche Preschool & Afterschool Club - Early Years Educator
LOCATION: 38 Maynooth Road, Celbridge, County Kildare, W23 E6W4
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
Candidate Requirements:
Candidates must hold a minimum FETAC Level 5 in Early Childhood Care and Education or equivalent and be able to work in Ireland.
We offer CPD with external parties as well as in-house training. We are looking for someone who is passionate and motivated within the Early Years Sector to join our dedicated team.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
- Permanent
- 35-40 hours per week
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send CV to kiddieschoicecreche@gmail.com
CLOSING DATE: 30/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Non-contact hours
- Paid CPD
- Free car parking
- Gift cards
- Pay increments