Trinity Day Nursery Summer Intern
Job Title:
Trinity Day Nursery Summer Intern
Brief Role Description:
This position is to give an opportunity for someone to work in the Day Nursery with children aged 3 months to 5 years. This person will support the Nursery Assistants with the learning and development of the children in a fun, learning environment.
Who is this role suitable for?
This role is suitable for a social, patient individual who enjoys working with children and creating a fun, safe environmental for all.
What are the potentially relevant areas of study the intern may participate in?
- Childcare
- Paediatric nursing
- Education
What are the potentially relevant areas of interest the intern may have?
- Human development
- Teaching and activity development
- Art and creative tasks
What skills will the intern develop during this internship?
- Communication skills.
If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact us via askds@tcd.ie, and we are happy to help you.
Post Specification
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Post Title: |
Summer intern with Trinity College Day Nursery 2024 |
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Post Status: |
2-month fixed term contract (June – August 2024) |
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Department/Faculty: |
Trinity College Day Nursery, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin |
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Location: |
Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland |
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Reports to: |
Lesley Strahan - Manager |
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Salary: |
€425.40 per week |
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Hours of Work: |
30 hours per week |
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Closing Date: |
22nd March 2024 |
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Interview Date: |
9th April 2024 |
The successful applicant will be expected to take up post on 1st July. For departments requiring Garda Vetting: Please note that Garda vetting will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for a post. Garda vetting will be required for the Day Nursery and Police Checking for people who have lived outside Ireland for 6 months from whatever country they have lived in.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Day Nursery is working with the Trinity Disability Service to provide summer internship opportunities to disabled students in Trinity.
This position is to give an opportunity for someone to work in the Day Nursery with children aged 3 months to 5 years. This person will support the Nursery Assistants with the learning and development of the children in a fun, learning environment.
Development Opportunities
Working as part of the Team in the Day Nursery.
Babies, Wobblers and Toddlers
- Working with children from 3 months to 2.5 years.
Playgroup and Montessori
- Working with children aged 2.5 years to 5 years.
Requirements
- Current student connected with the Trinity Disability Service.
- Have a genuine love of children and their developmental needs.
Desirable
- A student who is creative and energetic.
Person Specification
- The person should want to learn about children and their developmental needs in a fun, learning environment.
Application Procedure
This Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post. As circumstances change it may be necessary to review the responsibilities outlined above.
Candidates should submit a full curriculum vitae alongside a cover letter (1 x A4 page) that specifically addresses their suitability for this role. Please apply through the below link before the closing date of the 22nd of March.
Job application link: https://forms.office.com/e/xXQbjcsDqj
Informal enquiries can be made to Lesley on the following email: strahanl@tcd.ie.
Department website for further information: https://www.tcd.ie/daynursery/
For further support with the application process please contact askds@tcd.ie or refer to our application booklet attached here.