Afterschool Childcare Assistant - St Mary's NS - Dublin 18

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

Job summary

Sherpa Kids is hiring an Afterschool Childcare Assistant for St Mary’s NS in Dublin 18. This part‑time role runs Monday to Friday 1.20pm–6.00pm, offering hourly pay between EUR 15.00 and EUR 15.75.

You will supervise children, assist with homework, and lead engaging activities in a safe, inclusive environment. Required: experience with school‑aged children (min 1 year), basic knowledge of child development, proficiency in English, Garda vetting processed after interview, and two written

Qualifications

• Experience working with school-aged children (minimum 1 year).
• Basic knowledge of child development is required.
• 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 to support learning.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and inclusive environment.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Basic knowledge of child development

Job description

Afterschool Childcare Assistant - St Mary's NS - Dublin 18

• 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 1.20pm to 6pm