KyloeQA TestJob11

Location: Limerick
Type: Temporary
Post Date: Fri May 1 13:55:58 2026
Ref: BBBH9602

Unijobs on behalf of our client, Maynooth University Crèche are currently recruiting for an AIM Support Worker. 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.In addition to providing AIM Support, the person will provide cover for breaks for colleagues within the team.

The Successful candidate will be required to carry out a range of duties, including but not limited to the following:

To work in close co-operation with the Manager and other team members;
To act, if required, as a key worker to specified children,
To ensure the safety, security, and wellbeing of all children in your care;
To assist in the planning and implementation of an age-appropriate stimulating programme of activities which will enhance the child’s natural growth and development;
To ensure all quality and safety standards are always maintained in the Crèche.
To guide, observe, stimulate, and supervise children in a safe and caring environment as part of the childcare team.

Care of Children

To be attentive to the children in your care;
To deal with issues as they arise in relation to the wellbeing of children;
To communicate to children at their level;
To provide personal care if necessary (nappy changing, nose cleaning, toileting, washing);
To carry out planned and unplanned observations using the observation system and materials.
To encourage good eating habits.

Training and Meetings

To undertake first aid training, fire safety and manual handling, food handling courses as required;
To undertake appropriate training if requested by the Manager;
To attend and participate at staff meetings as required.

Curriculum/Activities

To participate and assist in the planning and implementation of daily developmental activities for children;
To provide opportunities for children to learn in a holistic way;
To introduce children to the play equipment based on their individual needs.

Health and Safety

To report any safety hazards/risks to the Manager immediately;
To refrain from engaging in any activity that poses a risk to you, other members of staff or any child;
To maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment;
To participate in cleaning duties as required.

Administration

To maintain appropriate records and documents in compliance with the Child Care Act 1991 (Early Years Services) Regulations 2016. Records may include the child’s progress, recording observations, accident records, etc.

Member of Staff Responsibilities

To be a member of the childcare team engaging with the other members of staff working in Maynooth University Crèche;
To ensure that the rights of the children in the care of the Crèche and their parents/guardians are respected;
To be flexible regarding working in any of the different rooms or roles in the Crèche.

Communication

To communicate frequently with the team members, Manager, and parents as appropriate;
To communicate in a straightforward, accurate and professional manner and not engage in unnecessary social conversations when working and supervising children.

Other Duties

To be familiar with all policies and procedures of Maynooth University Crèche, and to always adhere to them;
To adhere to the Child Care Act 1991 (Early Years Services) Regulations 2016, and all other relevant legislation and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have:

Essential:

Relevant qualifications, requires a minimum of FETAC Level 5 Childcare.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and non-verbal.
A strong desire to work with children in an early-year’s setting and an aptitude for child-centred care.
Excellent team worker.
Be flexible to meet the needs of the organisation.
Fluency in both spoken & written English.
Garda vetting clearance.
AIM Support Experience.

Desirable:

Minimum 1 year’s previous experience preferred (however new graduate applications are encouraged and will be accepted and considered).
Working knowledge of Aistear & Síolta programme.
First Aid skills/training.

Terms and Conditions

This is a temporary, part-time post.
Hours of attendance are 9.00am to 2.00pm Monday to Friday from 11^th September 2023 to 14^th June 2024.
Salary: €28,039

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