School age childcare practitioner

Club spraoi; Castlebar; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Early Childhood Ireland in Castlebar is seeking a school age practitioner for a busy service. The role is 15 hours per week, running from September to June in line with the school calendar.

The candidate will organise and manage tasks for the children, supervise homework, prepare snacks, and maintain records. A minimum Level 5 childcare award is essential, with training available for First Aid or Children First certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 5 childcare award is essential.
• Interest in working with children.
• Experience is beneficial but not required.
• First aid and Children First certificates are beneficial, but training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Organising and managing tasks for the children.
• Homework supervision.
• Snack preparation.
• Record keeping.

Skills

Interest in children

Education

Level 5 childcare award

Tools

First aid

Children first certificate

Job description

School age practitioner required for a busy service located in Castlebar town. 15 hours per week from September to June (school calendar).

Duties include organising and managing tasks for the children, homework supervision, snack preparation and record keeping.

A minimum of level 5 childcare award is essential as well as an interest in working for children. Experience is beneficial but not a requirement. First aid and children first certificate also beneficial but training can be provided.