Afterschool Childcare Assistant Kilkenny

Junior Adventures Group; Leinster; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Sherpa Kids in Ireland offers Before School, After School, and Holiday Clubs for primary school children, operating on-site at schools. The program emphasizes fun, structured, and engaging daily activities to support families.

The role involves supervising children, assisting with homework, and leading a mix of indoor and outdoor activities with high energy and a focus on safety and inclusivity. Garda vetting and references are required, with a 2pm–6pm schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience working with school-aged children (minimum 1 year).
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during activities and free play.
• Assist with homework and educational tasks.
• Engage in a variety of planned activities (indoor and outdoor) with the children each day.
• Bring lots of energy and enthusiasm to work with children.
• Assist with games, crafts, and group activities.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and inclusive environment.

Skills

Experience with school-aged children

English proficiency

Job description

• Part-time
• Compensation: up to EUR 16 - hourly

Company Description

Sherpa Kids is a global organization dedicated to providing quality care for primary school children in their local communities. With a presence in approximately 265 schools worldwide, including 60 local services in Ireland now - and growing since 2014, we strive to make a difference in the lives of over 9,000 children daily.

Job Description

In Ireland, we offer Before School, After School, and Holiday Clubs programmes tailored to meet the needs of national-aged children. Operating on-site at schools, our customized services feature fun, structured, and engaging daily activities.
At Sherpa Kids, we believe our work goes beyond childcare. Our purpose is rooted in supporting and making a positive impact on Ireland's families. We are committed to helping them achieve their goals through the expert care we provide.

Supervise children during activities and free play

Assistwith homework and educational tasks

Engaging in a variety of planned activities (both indoor and outdoor) with the children each day.

Lots of energy and enthusiasm to work with children.

Assistwith games, crafts, and group activities

Ensure a safe, clean, and inclusive environment

Qualifications

Experience working with School Aged children (Minimum 1 Year)

Basic knowledge of child development

Proficiencyin English, both verbal and written

Garda vetting is essential (completed by us after interview stage).

At least 2 written references checks arerequiredbefore starting

Additional Information

Monday to Friday from2pm to 6pm