Afterschool Co- Ordinator

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Afterschool Co-Ordinator

Little Scholars Montessori & Childcare is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and organised Afterschool Co-Ordinator to join our dedicated team in Rush, Co. Dublin.

This role is based within our After School Care (SAC) service, supporting children aged 4–12 years in a fun, safe, and engaging environment.

Hours of Work

This is a part-time position of 22.5 hours per week during the school term:

• Monday to Friday: 1:30pm – 6:00pm (38 weeks per year)
• During school closures (approximately 13 weeks per year), the hours are 8:45am – 6:00pm.
• We close Christmas week

Salary

Competitive salary, based on qualifications and experience.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation of our afterschool service, catering for a maximum of 24 children. A minimum of two adults are always on site.
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and development of all children in your care, creating a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
• Assist with serving a hot meal to the children. Meals are delivered fresh daily and require heating before serving.
• Support the Lead Educator in maintaining the daily routine, organisation, and smooth running of the classroom.
• Assist the Lead Educator in preparing for and participating in inspections as required.
• Step into the role of Person in Charge/Lead Educator during periods of annual leave or sick leave. Responsibilities during these periods include:-

-Leading the classroom and supporting the staff team.

-Acting as the main point of contact for the school and, where appropriate, parents.

-Undertaking designated responsibilities, including First Aid Officer and Mandated Person duties (where qualified).

-Ensuring the continued smooth operation of the service.

Full support and guidance will be provided by the owner whenever you are covering the Lead role.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working in a childcare, preschool, or afterschool setting.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.
• A warm, positive, and professional approach, with a genuine passion for supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing.
• Relevant qualifications and certifications, including HACCP, FAR (First Aid Response), Manual Handling, and Children First/Child Protection, are desirable but not essential. Training can be provided for the right candidate.

If you are passionate about creating a safe, engaging, and enjoyable environment where children can learn, play, and thrive, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: €14.50-€16.00 per hour

Education:

• Advanced/Higher Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• Afterschool : 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Minimum Level 5 in Early Years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Location:

• Rush, County Dublin (preferred)

Work Location: In person