AIM Support Worker - 2 positions available

Galway Childcare; Galway; Hybrid; EUR 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Muddy Boots Outdoor Preschool in Clarinbridge, Co. Galway, seeks an AIM Support Worker on a temporary contract to support a child under the Access and Inclusion Model (AIM). The role includes outdoor and indoor settings across a 38-week preschool year with additional holiday camps.

Applicants should hold QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care & Education, Garda Vetting, First Aid and Manual Handling certs, with a genuine passion for inclusive practice and outdoor learning.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Early Childhood Care and Education qualification is required.
• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, flexible and caring attitude.
• Willingness to work outdoors throughout the year.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland and Garda Vetting.
• Experience in AIM roles is desirable.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• Knowledge of Aistear and Síolta.
• First Aid and Manual Handling certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support to a child under the Access and Inclusion Model (AIM).
• Encourage the child's participation in all aspects of preschool life.
• Support the child's independence, communication, confidence and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with the Room Leader, Manager and wider staff team.
• Assist with planning and adapting activities to ensure they are inclusive and accessible.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Maintain accurate observations and records where required.
• Follow all policy procedures and safeguarding requirements.
• Participate in outdoor learning in all seasons and weather conditions.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Outdoor work willingness

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Patient and caring

Education

QQI Level 5 Early Childhood Care & Education

Garda Vetting

First Aid Certification

Manual Handling Certification

Síolta & Aistear knowledge

Job description

Muddy Boots

Location: Galway

Job Type: Temporary

€16 per hour

Posted: Oct 06, 2026

Job Description

About Us Muddy Boots Outdoor Preschool is an outdoor early years setting based in Clarinbridge, Co. Galway. We believe children thrive through meaningful experiences in nature and provide a nurturing, child-led environment where learning takes place both outdoors and in our purpose-designed indoor spaces. We are seeking an enthusiastic and caring AIM Support Worker to join our team on a temporary contract to provide additional support to a child attending our preschool. Contract Details Temporary Contract 38-week preschool year 8 weeks of holiday camps Monday to Friday Working hours: 9:00am – 12:00noon (position 1) Working hours 9:00am -2.00pm (position 2)

Requirements

Applicants should have:A recognised Early Childhood Care and Education qualification (minimum QQI Level 5).A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.Excellent communication and teamwork skills.A positive, flexible and caring attitude.A willingness to work outdoors throughout the year.Eligibility to work in Ireland.Garda Vetting (or willingness to undergo vetting).Experience working within an AIM role.Experience supporting children with additional needs.Knowledge of Aistear and Síolta.First Aid and Manual Handling certification.

Responsibilities

Main ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will:Provide high-quality support to a child under the Access and Inclusion Model (AIM).Encourage the child's participation in all aspects of preschool life.Support the child's independence, communication, confidence and wellbeing.Work collaboratively with the Room Leader, Manager and wider staff team.Assist with planning and adapting activities to ensure they are inclusive and accessible.Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.Maintain accurate observations and records where required.Follow all Tusla, AIM, safeguarding and service policies and procedures.Participate fully in outdoor learning experiences in all seasons and weather conditions.Support the wider preschool team as appropriate while maintaining the child's individual support needs.

A welcoming and supportive team.A beautiful outdoor learning environment.Opportunities for professional development.The chance to make a genuine difference in a child's early years journey every day.If you are enthusiastic about inclusive practice and outdoor learning, we would love to hear from you.