Brandon Community Playgroup

Brandon Community Playgroup Graiguenamanagh, Co. Kilkenny are currently recruiting for the position of Assistant Manager:

The successful candidate must have the following;

  • A warm and caring personality with a passion for working with children
  • Minimum level 7 qualification in Early Childhood Education & Care & over 3 years experience in an Early Years Setting
  • Good knowledge of Aistear & Siolta Frameworks & an Emergent Curriculum
  • Understanding of Government and statutory requirements associated with the early years sector
  • Knowledge of TUSLA Early Years Inspectorate, Dept. of Education Inspectorate and experience of achieving compliance
  • Knowledge of POBAL funding scheme (ECCE)
  • Excellent communication & people skills

Brandon Community Playgroup is committed to providing a consistent high quality child-centered, play based environment, which empowers young children to actively pursue their own leaning.  The Aistear Framework and Emergent Curriculum we provide ensures the children attending our playgroup actively pursue their own learning and interests through play, and we place an emphasis on building positive relationships with families.

If interested in applying for this position please send C.V. with cover letter to:

Siobhán O’Brien Manager, Brandon Community Playgroup, Fairgreen, Graiguenamanagh, Co. Kilkenny  OR email: [email protected]

Closing date for Application:  WEDNESDAY 21st July 2021