Posted 03 June, 2026
Programme Assistant Carrigaline (Floater initially based in Sherpa Kids Carrigaline Educate Together)
Junior Adventures Group
Cork, Cork P43YX86, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 774594588
Company Description
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.
Job Description
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
Qualifications
Additional Information
Monday to Friday
Up to 22.5h in the afternoon (1:30 to 5:30pm or 1:30 to 6pm)
Additional Breakfast club hours in a nearby service
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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.
Job Description
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
- 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
- Flexibility to work across different Sherpa Kids services based on operational and staffing needs. While initially linked to one main service, the successful candidate may be required to support other nearby services when needed.
Qualifications
- Experience working with School Aged children (Minimum 1 Year)
- Basic knowledge of child development
- Experience working as part of a team in a busy and fast-paced environment (desirable)
- 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
Up to 22.5h in the afternoon (1:30 to 5:30pm or 1:30 to 6pm)
Additional Breakfast club hours in a nearby service
#INDC
