SAC Afteschool Supervisor

Early Childhood Ireland; Cavan; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Early Childhood Ireland is seeking an enthusiastic Afterschool Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day running of the school-age programme and to work alongside the Afterschool team. This role suits someone who enjoys working with school-age children, understands their need for independence and choice, and is confident leading both children and a staff team.

Please note: Applicants must already have the right to work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the daily running of the Afterschool programme.
• Leading and supporting the Afterschool staff team and helping to organise the daily routine.
• Welcoming children from school and supporting a relaxed transition into their afternoon.
• Overseeing homework time while encouraging independence and responsibility.
• Organising snacks/mealtimes, activities, outdoor play and free-choice opportunities.
• Planning activities and experiences around the children’s interests, ideas and age group.
• Creating an environment where children can relax, socialise and enjoy their time after a busy school day.
• Supporting positive behaviour, relationships and appropriate boundaries within the group.
• Communicating confidently and professionally with parents.
• Maintaining attendance records and other relevant documentation.
• Ensuring the Afterschool environment is organised, safe and well maintained.
• Working closely with management and taking responsibility for the smooth running of the programme each day.
• Supporting and helping to coordinate our school-age camps during school holidays.

Job description

Afterschool Supervisor

We are looking for an enthusiastic and confident Afterschool Supervisor to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of our school-age programme and work alongside our Afterschool team.

This role would suit someone who genuinely enjoys working with school-age children, understands their need for independence and choice, and is confident leading both children and a staff team.

The role includes:

• Overseeing the daily running of the Afterschool programme.
• Leading and supporting the Afterschool staff team and helping to organise the daily routine.
• Welcoming children from school and supporting a relaxed transition into their afternoon.
• Overseeing homework time while encouraging children to develop independence and responsibility.
• Organising snacks/mealtimes, activities, outdoor play and free-choice opportunities.
• Planning activities and experiences around the children’s interests, ideas and age group.
• Creating an environment where children can relax, socialise and enjoy their time after a busy school day.
• Supporting positive behaviour, relationships and appropriate boundaries within the group.
• Communicating confidently and professionally with parents.
• Maintaining attendance records and other relevant documentation.
• Ensuring the Afterschool environment is organised, safe and well maintained.
• Working closely with management and taking responsibility for the smooth running of the programme each day.
• Supporting and helping to coordinate our school-age camps during school holidays.

We are looking for someone who is organised, reliable, approachable and confident taking the lead, while still being very much part of the team.

Please note: Applicants must already have the right to work in Ireland. We are unable to provide visa/work permit sponsorship for this position.