Childcare - Kilmessan

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Job description

Sherpa Kids provides Before School Care, After school and Holiday Childcare to children in the areas of Kilmessan during term time and non-term time (school holidays).

• Start Date: 13 August 2025 to allow for adequate training, reference checks and garda vetting.
• Job Types: Permanent
• Salary: Starting from €14.76 p/h
• Locations: Kilmessan
• Hours: Onsite in the after school 2-6pm and before school 8-9am
• Position- Programme lead and a Programme assistant

Duties include:

• Programme Lead - manage and lead team (experience required)
• As an Assistant you might help in more than one service
• Assisting with the day-to-day activities in a caring and fun environment.
• Interacting with the children, their families and other staff members each day.
• Engaging in a variety of planned activities (both indoor and outdoor) with the children each day.
• Lots of energy and enthusiasm to work with children.

Requirements:

• Experience working with school aged children is preferred (Minimum 1 year)
• Experience working in a team and leading a team effectively.
• Proficiency in technology and software (Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
• Garda vetting is essential (completed by us after interview stage).
• Own car required
• Work Permit/ VISA essential (for more than 20 hours a week)
• 2 written references checks required before starting.

www.sherpakids.ie for More information

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: €14.76-€15.79 per hour

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Sick pay
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• If you have a Visa, does it allow you to work for more than 20 hours a week?
• In what area do you currently live OR Eircode?
• Do you use public transport OR do you have your own car?
• Are you applying for the Programme Lead or Assistant role?
• Are you available Monday to Friday from the August 2025?
• If you are successful in the recruitment process, would you be able to provide at least two written references?
• If you are successful in the recruitment process, would you be able to provide police clearance certificates from any countries you have previously worked in outside of Ireland?

Experience:

• Childcare: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person