Job description
Peter Pan Childcare is seeking a flexible, caring and energetic Floater Afterschool Assistant. This role supports our Donabate, Swords and Dublin 3 centres, ensuring high-quality care wherever needed.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 13:00–18:00 (25 hours per week)
Location: Donabate (base), with travel to Swords & Dublin 3 when required
Key Responsibilities
* Provide support in Donabate daily and travel to other centres as scheduled
* Supervise and engage children aged 4–12 in afterschool activities
* Assist with homework and encourage positive behaviour
* Plan and propose creative, age-appropriate activities
* Ensure safe transitions and assist with school pickups when required
* Promote inclusion and support children's wellbeing
* Room setup before children arrive and reset/clean at the end of the day
* Follow centre policies, safety procedures and Tusla standards
* Work positively with the team and communicate clearly with families
Required Qualifications & Skills
* Fluent in English (verbal and written)
* Paediatric First Aid
* Children's First Child Protection Training
* Manual Handling
* Experience working with children in afterschool/early years setting
* Strong communication, flexibility, creativity and resilience
* Flexibility and willingness to travel between centres when rostered
* EU Passport / Right to Work in Ireland
* Reliable, proactive and passionate about supporting children
What We Offer
* Supportive, friendly and collaborative team
* 25 hours guaranteed per week
* Travel allowance when working in other centres
* Training and career development opportunities
* A workplace that values initiative and creativity
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €15.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Flexitime
Experience:
* Working with Children: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person