Programme Coordinator - Kilmessan National School Meath

Sherpa Kids; Kilmessan; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Sherpa Kids is hiring a Programme Lead for Kilmessan National School Meath. This part-time role focuses on managing daily activities, engaging with children and families, and leading a small team to deliver before/after school programmes.

Applicants should have a Fetac Level 5 childcare qualification, own car, Garda vetting, and at least two written references. Proficiency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience with school-aged children.
• Childcare qualification Fetac Level 5 or equivalent.
• Own car required for programme lead.
• Garda vetting is essential (completed after interview).
• At least 2 written references before starting.
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written.
• Experience leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day activities of the programme.
• Interact with children, their families and other staff daily.
• Lead and manage the programme team.
• Ensure safe, engaging activities aligned with school needs.

Skills

Team leadership

Interacting with children & families

Communication

Education

Fetac Level 5 childcare qualification

Tools

Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Programme Coordinator - Kilmessan National School Meath

• Part-time
• Compensation: up to EUR 16.8 - hourly

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

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.).

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

Working Hours:

8am to 9am and 1:25pm to 6pm Monday to Friday plus 2 hours for administrative purposes per week