A new report cites pay as the most common reason for workers wanting to leave.
More than a third of childcare workers say they're considering leaving the sector.
New figures from trade union SIPTU, show over 90% of providers say problems retaining staff is impacting the quality of care they can give to children.
That's despite the Government increasing funding for the sector by €173 million.
Pay was the most common reason given for wanting leave the sector.
More than a third say they work hours they don’t get paid for.
Early childcare educators are quitting to pursue better paid roles as SNAs or in retail, according to the report.
Athlone's Regina Bushell from Grovelands Childcare Plus says the increased funding has made little difference to her business:
SIPTU says further pay increases will be needed to secure the future of many services.
Lynette Monk is the manager of Kilbarrack/Foxfield Childcare in Dublin, and she says some educators are struggling to keep a roof over their head:
Government Considers Compulsory Helmet Use For E-Scooter Riders
Westmeath Family Blogger Backs 'Mental Health' Days
Enterprise Minister Confirms He Was Overpaid
Offaly Driving Instructor Calls Out Lack Of Clear Road Markings
Occupied Territories Bill Needs Enactment - Brian Stanley
Laois Gaelscoil To Reopen In Time For 20th Anniversary
Enoch Burke To Be Re-Arrested For Repeated Trespass
Laois Brothers Sentenced Over Rape And Assault Charges
Laois TD Questions EirGrid On Energy Capacity
Westmeath Library Re-Opening Pushed Back
Government Action Urged On Prison Conditions
Offaly GAA Club Submit New Pitch Plans
Gardaí Attend Scenes Of Midlands Crashes
Midlands Counties See Dramatic Fall In Housing Commencements
Westmeath Councillor Calls For Baby Loss Certificate Scheme
Commemorative Walk For Ashling Murphy To Take Place In New York
Sentencing Adjourned For Offaly Father Whose Son Died In Arson Attack
Gardaí Seize Heroin, Crack Cocaine And Cash In Offaly Town
Opposition TD Calls For Minister Overpayment Ultimatum
Investigation Underway After Suspected Arson At Westmeath Home