Job description
Sherpa Kids provides Before School Care, After school and Holiday Childcare to children in the areas of Ireland during term time and non-term time (school holidays).
* Start Date: January 2026 to allow for adequate training, reference checks and garda vetting.
* Job Types: Permanent
* Salary: Starting from €15p/h
* Locations: Lismullen NS near Navan
* Hours: Monday to Friday 8-9am then 1:30-6pm
* Position - Programme assistant and Lead
Programme Lead:
* Programme Lead must have experience in managing and leading a team
* Own car required for programme lead
* Maintain the day-to-day activities
* Interacting with the children, their families and other staff members each day.
* Lots of energy and enthusiasm to work with children.
* Experience working with school aged children is preferred (Minimum 2 year)
* Proficiency in technology and software (Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
Assistant Duties:
* Supervise children during activities and free play
* Assist with homework and educational tasks
* 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.
* Assist with games, crafts, and group activities
* Ensure a safe, clean, and inclusive environment
Requirements:
* Experience working with School Aged children (Minimum 1 Year)
* Basic knowledge of child development
* Proficiency in English, both verbal and written
* Garda vetting is essential (completed by us after interview stage).
* Work Permit/ VISA essential (for more than 20 hours a week)
* At least 2 written references checks are required before starting.
for More information
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: €15.00-€17.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Sick pay
* Wellness program
Application question(s):
* In what area do you currently live OR Eircode?
* Do you use public transport OR do you have your own car?
* 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?
* If you have a valid Visa, does it allow you to work for more than 20 hours a week?
* Are you available Monday to Friday from January 2025?
* How many years childcare experience do you have?
Work Location: In person