KCCC Jobs Board
22 May, 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
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
The Beehive Montessori Preschool - AIM Educator - 1 year contract
LOCATION: The Kildare Maze, Ballinafagh, Prosperous, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
We are seeking an enthusiastic & dedicated AIM Educator to support a child in the preschool and in our lovely outdoor spaces. A minimum QQI Level 5 or 6 is required for this position.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
15 hours pw Monday to Friday 9:20 - 12:20 plus non contact hours where necessary (paid)
HOW TO APPLY: Please send your C.V. with details of experience/qualifications to thebeehivmontessori@gmail.com or phone 085 1310562 and speak to Tara
CLOSING DATE: 06/06/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Small setting with friendly and supportive team
- Paid non contact hours
- Gift vouchers at Christmas
- Summer and birthday
- Free car parking
- Possibility of extension of contract to 2 years
Maynooth University Crèche - Early Years Educator
LOCATION: Maynooth University North Campus, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, W23 A5Y6
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
Maynooth University Crèche is now seeking an enthusiastic & dedicated Early Years Educators to join our team, operating from a modern, purpose-built Crèche in the heart of our North Campus. Reporting to the Crèche Manager, the successful candidate will form part of a small team providing childcare and pre-school services to the children of both staff and students of Maynooth University. Established in 1977, we pride ourselves on offering excellent services in a welcoming atmosphere, with many staff benefits available.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
Temporary, maternity cover. 35hrs per week.
Salary Scale: €31,713 – €38,714 (6 points)
HOW TO APPLY: Please apply through the NUIM portal here.
CLOSING DATE: 23:30hrs (Local Irish Time) on the 1st of June 2025
Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.
Late applications will not be accepted.
Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer. The position is subject to the Statutes of the University.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Small service with low numbers of children
Download Job Description here.
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
Punchestown Montessori School - AIM Practitioner
LOCATION: Punchestown Naas, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
A minimum QQI Level 5 or 6 is required for this position.
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
15 hours a week, Monday to Friday.
HOW TO APPLY: Please call Gaye Mullen on 086 6005614 for further details.
CLOSING DATE: 20/05/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
Please call Gaye Mullen on 086 6005614 for further details.
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
Tots Childare - Early Years Educator
LOCATION: Salins, Co. Kildare
JOB DESCRIPTION / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*
An Early Childhood Educator nurtures and supports the developmental, emotional, and educational needs of young children through engaging activities and a safe learning environment.
They collaborate with parents and staff to promote positive growth and school readiness.
Requirements:
- Minimum QQI Level 5
- 2 signed references
- Garda Vetting will be processed
TEMPORARY / PERMANENT & HOURS PER WEEK:
- Permanent
- 35 - 40 hours per week
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send you cv to recruitment@tots.ie
CLOSING DATE: 28/05/2025
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ BENEFITS:
- Non Contact Hours
- Career Progression
- EAP
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, and 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