Job Category: Childcare Early years educator
At Tigers Childcare, we don’t just hire for roles — we hire for impact. Whether you work directly with children, support behind the scenes, or lead teams across services, your work helps shape a nurturing environment where children – and colleagues – can thrive.
If you're organised, values-driven, and ready to contribute to something bigger, this could be your next chapter.
Why We Do What We Do
Tigers Childcare creates exceptional environments where children thrive through play, exploration and meaningful relationships. With 33 centres and growing, we’re one of Ireland’s leading childcare providers – committed to quality, inclusion and continuous improvement.
The same values that guide how we support children – curiosity, care, consistency and high expectations – shape how we support our teams. At Tigers, we invest in your development, prioritise wellbeing, and make sure everyone feels they belong.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Maintain a consistently clean, safe, and hygienic centre environment to support childcare operations
- Carry out daily cleaning tasks including mopping, surface sanitisation, and equipment care to ensure high standards
- Work independently to complete tasks to required standards within allocated timeframes
- Contribute to a culture of professionalism, safety, and high-quality service
What You’ll Need to Succeed
Must-Haves
- Minimum of 2 years’ cleaning experience (preferably in a creche or childcare facility)
- Knowledge of hygiene and cleanliness standards
- Self-motivation and ability to work independently
- Experience with floor washing and buffing
- Two written references and qualification certificates
- Garda Vetting (we will manage this for you)
- International Police Vetting (if you’ve lived abroad for 3 months or more)
Nice-to-Haves
- Manual Handling training completed
- Interest in working within a childcare or values-driven organisation
The Perks, the Pay, and the Purpose
What the Role Offers You
- A purposeful role that contributes directly to centre quality and hygiene
- A welcoming and supportive work culture
- A structured induction and clear expectations
- Flexibility with part-time evening hours
Salary & Benefits
- Rate of pay: €14.15 per hour
- 30 paid holiday days (including bank holidays, with service-based increases)
- 10% discount on HSF Health Plan
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Educational Assistance Programme
- CPD and career development opportunities
- Onboarding induction, colleague appreciation days, and quarterly paid team meetings
- Break room facilities and on-site parking
Let’s Build Something Brilliant Together
If this sounds like your kind of role, we’d love to hear from you.
All roles are subject to Garda Vetting and reference checks in line with regulatory requirements and Tigers Childcare’s Safeguarding Policy. Tigers Childcare is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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Cleaner- 20 Hours- Ongar Village in Chipping Ongar employer: Tigerschildcare
At Tigers Childcare, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the childcare sector, offering a supportive and values-driven culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures that you will thrive in a nurturing environment where your contributions are valued, and you can make a meaningful impact on children's lives. With competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and opportunities for career development, working in Ongar Village with us means being part of a dedicated team that truly cares about making a difference.
