NTDC is currently looking to recruit experienced Early Years Professionals to help in our busy Roscrea Childcare Centres for:

· Full Time Childcare Assistant

· Part time Childcare Assistant

· Relief Positions.

The successful candidates will have:

• · Minimum FETAC level 5 in childcare
• · A minimum of 1 year’s paid experience working in a professional childcare setting.
• · An enthusiastic attitude and a caring disposition towards children.
• · Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Salary: The six-point Salary Scale for Childcare Assistants is €27,663 – €35,914

NTDC values the important role that its employees make to the Company and proactively supports them in their professional development. Benefits offered by NTDC include:

• Pension: Company defined contribution pension scheme for long term staff.
• Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave.
• Organisation Culture: Positive working environment with a focus on teamwork and a proactive approach to professional development, reflective practice, and supervision.
• Training & Development: Opportunities to access training relevant to the role.

Short-listing of candidates will apply. A panel will be formed from which future positions may be filled.

Applications by application form and cover letter marked ‘Childcare Professional’ to:

Brenda Small, Little Learners Childcare, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary.

For a full job description and application form please email: BSmall@ntdc.ie, or ReceptionHO@ntdc.ie or phone 087 6774609.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12.00 Noon Friday 21st March 2025

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Ascend Domestic Abuse Service for Women, North Tipperary

Play Specialist – Part Time

NTDC invites applications for a Play Specialist, The post holder will work to address the needs of children who have been living with domestic abuse. They will work primarily with children under 13years of age. They will work in partnership with mothers in addressing their children’s needs and will work collaboratively with other agencies as and when appropriate. The successful candidate will work with children individually and in small groups as appropriate to their needs.

The successful candidate will have:

· A recognised third level qualification in a related field, and

· At least 3 years’ relevant experience working in a counselling/social care setting with children

· Full driving license and IT skills

· Garda vetting will apply to this post

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Part-time position – working 21 hours per week.

The is initially a fixed term contract until 31st December 2026 and is subject to continued need for the service and funding availability.

SALARY

The salary scale for this role will be from €41k- €60k (pro rata) commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Applications by completion of application form to:

Ascend Domestic Abuse Service Manager, by email to pwhelan@ntdc.ie to reach us by 5.00pm Friday, 28th March 2025

Childrens Play Specialist Job Description 2025

Play Specialist Application Form 2025