After-School Program Lead — Energize Kids Daily

Junior Adventures Group; Ballyhea; Remote; EUR 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherpa Kids is hiring a Programme Lead in Ireland to manage a team delivering before/after school and holiday clubs at partner schools. You will oversee day-to-day activities, coordinate with staff, and ensure safe, engaging activities for primary school children.

The role requires a childcare qualification, experience with school-aged children, fluent English, and reliable transport; Garda vetting and references are part of the process.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in childcare or educational settings.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Familiarity with school-aged children activities and routines.
• Proficient with basic office software (Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Relevant childcare qualification and safeguarding knowledge.
• Ability to obtain Garda vetting and references as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a programme team.
• Oversee day-to-day activities of the programme.
• Interact with the children, their families and other staff daily.
• Bring energy and enthusiasm to work with children.
• Experience with school-aged children preferred (2+ years).

Skills

Team leadership

Tech proficiency

Education

Fetac Level 5 childcare or equivalent

Experience with school aged children (1 year)

Basic knowledge of child development

Proficiency in English (verbal and written)

Tools

Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Sherpa Kids is hiring a Programme Lead in Ireland to manage a team delivering before/after school and holiday clubs at partner schools. You will oversee day-to-day activities, coordinate with staff, and ensure safe, engaging activities for primary school children.

The role requires a childcare qualification, experience with school-aged children, fluent English, and reliable transport; Garda vetting and references are part of the process.