Description
Walk into a job where everything is brand new. Cocoon Childcare is opening a state of the art centre in Ballincollig, and we are building our team from scratch. No old equipment, no tired rooms, just a fresh environment where you can truly enjoy working with children.
We don't just want staff to fill a room; we want Educators who want to grow. With our strong focus on promoting from within, this is the perfect place to start your journey toward becoming a Room Leader or Supervisor. If you are currently a Childcare Educator and want to step straight into a Supervisor role we encourage you to apply!
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Transparent Pay: We pay in line with Core Funding rates (€15-€17.50ph) so you are rewarded fairly for your education.
- Career Ladder: We prefer to hire our Managers from our Educator team. We invest in your growth.
- A Fresh Start: Be part of the Founding Team. You get to help set up the rooms and create the atmosphere from Day 1.
- Fully Supported CPD: We pay for and support your continuous training.
- Staff Perks: Childcare discounts, wellness support, and a recognition program that celebrates your hard work.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are hiring Educators with QQI Level 5, 6, 7, and 8.
- Qualified: You must hold a minimum QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care & Education.
- Passionate: You genuinely enjoy engaging with children and following their interests (we love a child-led curriculum!).
- Team Player: You are ready to work with a new team to create a warm, safe, and fun environment.
- Communicator: You are comfortable chatting with parents and working in partnership with your colleagues.
What we can offer you:
- A supportive, inclusive environment where your ideas and opinions are valued and appreciated, we believe in our team members and encourage participation in all areas such as, curriculum development, environment planning, policy reviews etc
- A competitive salary, reviewed annually
- Continuous Professional Development, internally and externally with time paid back for attendance
- Regular supervision meetings and yearly appraisals
- Career progression supported by structured development opportunities and training plans
- Regular employee appreciation events
Ready to shape a new service?
Don't settle for the same old routine. Join Cocoon Childcare Ballincollig and help us build something special.
Pay: €15.00-€17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Work Location: In person