Afterschool Deputy Manager - Dún Laoghaire

Kids Inc; Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid in-house training

Career progression opportunities

Bike to Work Scheme

Employee referral programme

Job summary

Kids Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Term-Time Deputy Manager for our Afterschool service at St. Joseph's NS in Dun Laoghaire. The role supports the Centre Manager, leading a small team and ensuring a safe, engaging afterschool environment for children.

The successful candidate will have at least 1 year of experience with children, strong communication, and mentoring skills. Garda Vetting and references will be required as part of safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year's professional experience working with children.
• Previous supervisory, senior, or leadership experience in childcare or related setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent spoken and written English.
• Willingness to complete Garda Vetting and reference checks.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Manager with day-to-day operation of the Afterschool service, including administration and record keeping.
• Assist with planning weekly programmes and activities in line with company guidelines.
• Help to lead, support, and motivate team members to deliver a high-quality service.
• Delegate tasks and ensure staff are informed of daily and weekly plans.
• Support children's social, emotional, physical, and creative development.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and colleagues.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Mentoring

Interpersonal skills

Staff motivation

Education

Childcare qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

€18.00 per hour | Part-Time | Term-Time

Guaranteed minimum 20 hours per week (typically 20-25 hours per week)

Join Kids Inc. and help children thrive after the school day in a fun, active, and supportive environment.

With over 25 years of experience in childcare, Kids Inc. is one of Ireland's leading providers of Early Years and Afterschool Care. We operate over 70 onsite Breakfast and Afterschool programmes nationwide, alongside our Creche and Preschool services.

We are currently recruiting a Part-Time Term-Time Deputy Manager to join our Afterschool service in St. Joseph's NS for the 2026/2027 school term.

Location

St. Joseph's NS, Dun Laoghaire

About The Role

Our Afterschool programme provides a safe, welcoming, and engaging home-from-home environment where children can relax, complete their homework, and take part in a wide range of fun and enriching activities at the end of the school day.

As a Deputy Manager, you will support the Centre Manager with the day-to-day running of the service while helping to lead, motivate, and develop the team. You'll play an important role in ensuring children receive the highest standard of care in a positive, inclusive, and well-organised environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the Centre Manager with the day-to-day operation of the Afterschool service, including administration and record keeping
• Assisting with planning weekly programmes and activities in line with company guidelines
• Helping to lead, support, and motivate team members to deliver a high-quality service
• Delegating tasks and ensuring staff are informed of daily and weekly plans
• Supporting children's social, emotional, physical, and creative development
• Building positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and colleagues
• Ensuring company policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards are followed
• Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all children
• Acting as the lead in the Centre Manager's absence

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 1 year's professional experience working with children
• Previous supervisory, senior, or leadership experience in a childcare, educational, or related setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience supporting, mentoring, or guiding team members
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• A relevant childcare or teaching qualification is desirable
• Fluent spoken and written English
• Willingness to complete Garda Vetting and reference checks

What's In It For You?

• €18.00 per hour
• Guaranteed minimum 20 hours per week (typically 20-25 hours per week)
• Paid, certified in-house training
• Career progression opportunities across a nationwide organisation, with Deputy Managers considered first for Centre Manager vacancies where possible
• Ongoing support from experienced managers and child development specialists
• Employee referral programme
• Bike to Work Scheme
• The opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives every day

All successful candidates will be required to complete Garda Vetting and provide a valid Police Clearance Certificate where applicable (for anyone who has lived outside Ireland for more than six months since the age of 18).