Afterschool Flexi Relief Team Member - Limerick

Kids Inc; Limerick; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 25,000; 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 Limerick, Ireland, is seeking Afterschool Relief Team Members to support multiple local services during staff absences for the 2026/2027 term-time. This on-site role provides care after school, welcomes homework support, and enrichment activities in a safe environment.

You’ll cover shifts across local Kids Inc. services, helping centres maintain high-quality care, with Garda Vetting and references as part of the joining process. Hourly pay is €15.75.

Qualifications

• Fluent spoken and written English.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Help children settle after school and support a positive transition to the afternoon programme.
• Assist children with homework in a calm, structured environment.
• Lead and participate in activities including sports, arts and crafts, imaginative play and outdoor play.
• Foster children’s social, emotional, physical and creative development.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues across services.
• Support the day-to-day running of Afterschool programmes when needed.

Skills

English fluency

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Kids Inc

Location: On site / Limerick, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Part-time
Sector and subsector: Childcare | Childcare Assistant
HourlyFixed salary:€ 15.75

€15.75 per hour | Part-Time | Term-Time

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 Afterschool Flexi Relief Team Members to support our services across Limerick for the 2026/2027 school term.

About the Role

Our Afterschool programmes provide 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 an Afterschool Relief Team Member, you'll provide cover across a local group of Kids Inc. services within your area. You'll support centres during staff absences, annual leave, training, and vacancies, helping to ensure children continue to receive high-quality care every day.

Locations

Mary Queen of Ireland G.N.S (MQI)

What You'll Be Doing

• Helping children settle after school and supporting a positive transition into the afternoon programme
• Supporting children with homework in a calm and structured environment
• Leading and participating in activities including sports, games, arts and crafts, imaginative play, and outdoor play
• Encouraging children's social, emotional, physical, and creative development
• Building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues across multiple services
• Supporting the day-to-day running of Afterschool programmes as required
• Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all children

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with children is preferred
• A positive, reliable, and enthusiastic attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine interest in working with children and supporting their development
• Fluent spoken and written English
• Availability to provide relief cover across multiple schools within your assigned local area
• Full driving licence is an advantage but not essential
• Willingness to complete Garda Vetting and reference checks

What's In It For You?

• €15.75 per hour
• Paid, certified in-house training
• Career progression opportunities across a nationwide organisation
• Ongoing support from experienced managers and child development specialists
• Employee referral programme
• Bike to Work Scheme
• The opportunity to gain experience across a variety of Kids Inc. services
• The chance 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).