Afterschool Deputy Manager - Greystones, Wicklow

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Greystones; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; 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. in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, invites applications for a Part-Time Term-Time Deputy Manager to support the Afterschool service. You will help run the centre, plan activities, and guide a team to deliver a high-quality, caring environment for children.

You will lead with commitment to safeguarding, foster strong relationships with families and staff, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations in a supportive, inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year's professional experience working with children.
• Supervisory or leadership experience in childcare, education, or related setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience mentoring or guiding team members.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Relevant childcare or teaching qualification desirable.
• Fluent spoken and written English; Garda Vetting and references 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 lead, support and motivate team members to deliver a high‑quality service.
• Delegate tasks and keep staff 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.
• Ensure company policies, safeguarding standards are followed.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, engaging environment for all children.
• Act as lead in the Centre Manager's absence.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Fluent English

Team mentoring

Childcare experience

Education

Childcare or teaching qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kids Inc

Location: On site / Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Part-time
Sector and subsector: Education | General
AnnualFixed salary:€ 18.00

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

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

Join Kids Inc.

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 one of our Afterschool services in Greystones, Co. Wicklow for the 2026/2027 school term.

Locations

Greystones ETNS

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).