Programme Assistant -Dangan National School - Meath

Junior Adventures Group; Ireland; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Sherpa Kids is seeking a Programme Assistant at Dangan National School, Meath, to support daily activities for school-aged children. The role is part-time, with early morning and after-school shifts from Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities include supervising children, assisting with homework, leading indoor and outdoor activities, and maintaining a safe, inclusive environment. Garda vetting and two written references are required before starting.

Qualifications

• Experience with school-aged children (minimum 1 year)
• Basic knowledge of child development
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written
• Garda vetting is essential (completed by us after interview stage)
• At least 2 written references checks are required before starting
• Monday to Friday 7:50am to 8:50am and 1:40pm to 6:00pm

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during activities and free play
• Assist with homework and educational tasks
• Engage in a variety of planned activities (indoor and outdoor) with the children each day
• Bring lots of energy and enthusiasm to work with children
• Assist with games, crafts, and group activities
• Ensure a safe, clean, and inclusive environment

Skills

Childcare experience

Proficiency in English

Garda Vetting

References required

Job description

Programme Assistant -Dangan National School - Meath

• Part-time

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.

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

• Supervise children during activities and free play
• Assistwith homework and educational tasks
• Engaging in a variety of planned activities (both indoor and outdoor) with the children each day.
• Lots of energy and enthusiasm to work with children.
• Assistwith games, crafts, and group activities
• Ensure a safe, clean, and inclusive environment
• Experience working with School Aged children (Minimum 1 Year)
• 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
• Monday to Friday 7:50am to 8:50am and 1:40pm to 6:00pm