Press release Minister O’Gorman announces roll out of Summer of Play initiative with €6m in funding for outdoor play 1st June 2021

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Minister O’Gorman announces roll out of Summer of Play initiative with €6m in funding for outdoor play.
The initiative will see grants, supports and information resources rolled out over the summer months, creating opportunities for children and their families to enjoy a summer of play.

#SummerOfPlay #LetsPlayIreland
Press Release DCEDIY 01/06/2021

SAC Workshops facilitated by PlayBoard NI

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School Age Childcare sector workshops, commencing next Thursday 3rd June, which Wexford CCC have organised in collaboration with PlayBoard NI and Wexford CYPSC.
The focus of the webinars are aimed specifically at the School Age Childcare Sector, which will complement use of existing SAC outdoor learning environments and play. It will also support and refer to relevant components of DCEDIY SAC Guidelines.

To book a place please email info@wexfordchildcare.ie with your name, the SAC service you work in and the email address you wish the zoom link is sent to.

Covid-19 Support Helpline for ELC and SAC – 1800 940341 for the Weekend

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A reminder of the Covid-19 Support Helpline for ELC and SAC – 1800 940341 available from 10am – 1pm & 1.30pm – 4pm at the weekend.

Publication: Department of Education and Skills Inspections

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Publication: Department of Education and Skills Inspections

Published on 26 May 2021

The Department of Education carries out Early Years Education Inspections (EYEIs) in early learning and care (ELC) services participating in the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Programme. During these inspections, the Department of Education evaluates the quality of the nature, range and appropriateness of the early educational experiences for children participating in the ECCE Programme. Inspection reports are valuable published resources for parents when choosing quality childcare. The inspection reports are published and can be viewed through the Department of Education website.

https://www.education.ie/en/publications/inspection-reports-publications/Early-Years-Education-Reports/

 

**Vacancy-Manager/ Room Leader Maternity Cover Hillview Early Learning Preschool**

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Hillview Early Learning Preschool, Bagenalstown, County Carlow have a Part-time, Temporary Vacancy for:

Manager/ Room Leader Maternity Cover

Sessional Preschool, morning session 9.30 to 12.30 Monday to Friday from August/September 2021 for 6 months.
Term Time only, 16 to 23 hours per week.

Level 7 or 8 in Early Childhood Education and Care is essential. First aid, FAR, LINK is desirable.

We are a small rural preschool, we focus on play based interest led curriculum with lots of open ended play options. We cater for all children eligible for ECCE from 2yr 8m to 5yr 6m. We facilitate children who access Aims and collaborate with services such as speech and language and Occupational Therapy. Experience working in this role, with this age group and Aims specialist is desirable.

Job includes providing and ECCE programme in line with Aistear and Siolta. To organise, plan and implement suitable activities as part of the team in a safe and stimulating environment. To have a comprehensive awareness of childcare regulation. To keep all admin necessary for the running of an ECCE classes up to date, organising monthly fire drills, ensure clean and hygienic room in line with Covid-19 required procedures. Working as part of the team and highlight inclusive practice and culture. Have great communication skills with team, parents and outside agencies.

Minimum 2 years experience is required.

Please send your CV and cover letter

Deadline for applications is 18/06/2021

Contract length: 5-6 months

Part-time hours: 16 – 23 per week

Application deadline: 18/6/2021

Expected start date: 30/8/2021

Click into the link to Apply  Indeed/Job/Hillview/Manager Room Leader

NPC Transition from Pre-school to Primary School Information session for Parents – June 2021

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National Parents Council are providing further online “Supporting transitions from pre-school to primary school” parent workshops in June.
If you have a child starting primary school and would like to attend (virtually),
Please click on the link to register
The transition from pre-school to primary school can be one of the most important transitions that your child will make. By providing this programme for you, we can support you to support your child to make a smooth transition between pre-school and primary school. The success of this transition can benefit your child all the way through primary school providing better outcomes for your child socially, emotionally and educationally.

Please note these sessions will be interactive allowing parents to participate and hence places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

Helpline Reminder for the Weekend for ELC&SAC services

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A reminder of the Covid-19 Support Helpline for ELC and SAC – 1800 940341 available from 10am – 1pm & 1.30pm – 4pm at the weekend.

Tusla Early Years Inspectorate Contact details

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While there has been an interruption to Tusla IT services, Tusla have advised that phone lines are currently operational.

A list of contact details for the Early Years Inspectorate is below: