Childcare Lead Dublin

Sherpa Kids Ireland

Dublin

On-site

EUR 21,000 - 22,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Sherpa Kids Ireland is seeking a Programme Lead to manage and lead a team delivering before/after school and holiday club programmes at partner schools in Dublin. The role involves supervising daily activities, coordinating staff, and engaging with children in a safe, energetic environment.

The candidate should have childcare qualifications, experience with school aged children, strong English skills, and reliable transport. Garda vetting and references are required before starting.

Qualifications

  • Experience working with school aged children (min 1 year).
  • Fetac Level 5 childcare or equivalent.
  • Basic knowledge of child development.
  • Proficiency in English, both verbal and written.
  • Garda Vetting is essential (completed after interview).
  • At least 2 written references before starting.
  • Proficiency in Word/Outlook/Teams and general software.

Responsibilities

  • Own car required for programme lead.
  • Maintain day-to-day activities of the programme.
  • Interact with children, their families and staff daily.
  • Bring energy and enthusiasm to work with children.
  • Experience with school aged children preferred (min 1–2 years).

Skills

School aged children experience
English proficiency
Technology literacy

Education

Fetac Level 5 childcare
Child development knowledge

Tools

Word
Outlook
Teams

Job description

  • Compensation: EUR 15 - EUR 15.75 - hourly
Company Description

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.

Job Description

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

Programme Lead must have experience in managing and leading a team

Own carrequiredfor programme lead

Maintain the day-to-day activities

Interacting with the children, theirfamiliesand other staff members each day.

Lots of energy and enthusiasm to work with children.

Experience working with school aged children is preferred (Minimum 2 year)

Proficiencyin technology and software (Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.).

Qualifications

Experience working with School Aged children (Minimum 1 Year)

Childcare qualificationFetacLevel 5 of equivalent

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

Additional Information

Monday to Friday (morning and afternoon times for the before school care and afterschool)

Dublin West

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