Afterschool Childcare Assistant - St.Laurence O'Tooles NS / Dublin 1

Junior Adventures Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Sherpa Kids Ireland is seeking an Afterschool Childcare Assistant for St. Laurence O'Tooles NS, Dublin 1. This part-time role runs 1:30pm–6:00pm, Monday to Friday, at an on-site school-based program.

You will supervise children, help with homework, and run engaging indoor and outdoor activities with energy and care. Garda vetting is completed after interview, and two written references are required before starting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience with school-aged children.
• Garda vetting is essential (conducted after interview).
• Two written references required before starting.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written) required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

English proficiency

Child development basics

Experience with school-aged children

Job description

Afterschool Childcare Assistant - St.Laurence O'Tooles NS / Dublin 1

• Part-time
• Compensation: EUR 15 - EUR 15.75 - hourly

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.

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.

Job Description

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

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

Working hours Monday to Friday from 1:30pm to 6pm