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Childcare Lead Lucan
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Manages and leads a childcare team, maintains daily programme activities, and interacts with children, families, and staff at school-based before and after school clubs.
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Childcare Lead Lucan
Sherpa Kids is a global organization dedicated to providing quality care for primary school children in their local communities. With a presence in approximately 265 schools worldwide, including 60 local services in Ireland now - and growing since 2014, we strive to make a difference in the lives of over 9,000 children daily.
In Ireland, we offer Before School, After School, and Holiday Clubs programmes tailored to meet the needs of national-aged children. Operating on-site at schools, our customized services feature fun, structured, and engaging daily activities.
At Sherpa Kids, we believe our work goes beyond childcare. Our purpose is rooted in supporting and making a positive impact on Ireland's families. We are committed to helping them achieve their goals through the expert care we provide.
Job Description
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.).
Qualifications
Experience working with School Aged children (Minimum 1 Year)
Childcare qualification Fetac Level 5 of equivalent
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
At least 2 written references checks are required before starting
Additional Information
Monday to Friday (morning and afternoon times for the before school care and afterschool)
Dublin West
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