Afterschool Childcare Assistant - South Dublin

€17 per hour | Part-Time | Term-TimeStart Date: 26th August 2026 (2026/2027 School Term)Guaranteed minimum 10 hours per week, with additional hours available (typically 20–25 hours per week)Join Kids Inc.Join Kids Inc. and help children thrive after the school day in a fun, active, and supportive environment.With over 25 years of experience in childcare, Kids Inc. is one of Ireland's leading providers of Early Years and Afterschool Care. We operate over 70 onsite Breakfast and Afterschool programmes nationwide, alongside our Creche and Preschool services.We are currently recruiting Irish (Gaeilge) speaking Afterschool Childcare Assistants to join our team at Gaelscoil an Bhradáin Feasa for the 2026/2027 school term.LocationGaelscoil Shliabh Rua, Ballyogan, Dublin 18About the RoleOur Afterschool programme provides a safe, welcoming, and engaging home-from-home environment where children can relax, complete their homework, and take part in a wide range of fun and enriching activities at the end of the school day.As an Irish (Gaeilge) speaking Afterschool Childcare Assistant, you will help create a fun and supportive environment where children are encouraged to use Irish naturally throughout the afternoon. While this role does not require fluent Irish, you should be comfortable communicating with children using a mixture of Irish and English and be enthusiastic about continuing to develop your Irish language skills.What You'll Be DoingHelping children settle after school and supporting a positive transition into the afternoon programmeSupporting children with homework in a calm and structured environment, using Irish where appropriateLeading and participating in activities including sports, games, arts and crafts, imaginative play, and outdoor playCommunicating with children using a combination of Irish and English to encourage confidence and everyday use of GaeilgeEncouraging children's social, emotional, physical, and creative developmentBuilding positive relationships with children, families, and colleaguesAssisting with the day-to-day running of the serviceMaintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all childrenWhat We're Looking ForPrevious experience working with children is preferredA positive, reliable, and enthusiastic attitudeStrong communication and interpersonal skillsA genuine interest in working with children and supporting their developmentA conversational level of spoken Irish (Gaeilge) and confidence communicating with children using both Irish and EnglishA willingness to continue learning and using more Irish in the roleFull driving licence is an advantage but not essentialWillingness to complete Garda Vetting and reference checksWhat's In It For You?€17 per hourGuaranteed minimum 10 hours per week, with additional hours available (typically 20–25 hours per week)Paid, certified in-house trainingCareer progression opportunities across a nationwide organisationOngoing support from experienced managers and child development specialistsEmployee referral programmeBike to Work SchemeThe opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives while developing your confidence and skills in the Irish languageApply TodayIf you enjoy working with children and have a conversational level of Irish, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you're already comfortable speaking Gaeilge or are keen to build your confidence, this is a great opportunity to use your Irish every day in a fun, supportive environment.Apply today to be considered for our 2026/2027 school term opportunities.All successful candidates will be required to complete Garda Vetting and provide a valid Police Clearance Certificate where applicable (for anyone who has lived outside Ireland for more than six months since the age of 18).