Programme Coordinator Kilmessan National School - Meath

Sherpa Kids Ireland; Leinster; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherpa Kids Ireland is recruiting for a Programme Coordinator at Kilmessan National School, Meath. The role is full-time, on-site, with hours 8am–9am and 1.25pm–6pm, plus 2 hours admin daily.

A valid driver’s car is required, Garda vetting will be completed after interview, and two written references are required before starting. The candidate will lead a team, maintain day-to-day activities, and engage with children, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in managing and leading a team.
• Proficiency in technology and software (Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
• Garda vetting is essential (completed after interview).
• Experience with school aged children (minimum 1 year).
• Experience working with school aged children (minimum 2 years).
• Own car required for programme lead.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the day-to-day activities.
• Interacting with the children, their families and other staff members each day.
• Lots of energy and enthusiasm to work with children.

Skills

Team leadership

Child interaction

English proficiency

Energy & enthusiasm

Education

Fetac Level 5 childcare or equivalent

Tools

Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Programme Coordinator Kilmessan National School - Meath

• Full-time
• Compensation: EUR 16.80 - EUR 17 - 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

Monday to Friday

8am to 9am and 1.25pm to 6pm plus 2 hours administrative tasks