Afterschool SNA (Fluent Irish) - Gaelscoil Shliabh Rua

€18 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, inclusive, 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 a fluent Irish-speaking Special Needs Assistant (SNA) to join our Afterschool service at Gaelscoil Shliabh Rua for the 2026/2027 school term.As this role is based in a Gaelscoil, a strong level of spoken Irish is essential. You will communicate with children through Irish, supporting their language development while providing one-to-one support in a caring, inclusive, and engaging environment.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 a Special Needs Assistant, you will provide one-to-one support to a child with additional needs, helping them participate fully in the Afterschool programme while encouraging their independence, confidence, and overall development. You will communicate with the child primarily through Irish and support them in taking part in activities alongside their peers in a positive and inclusive environment.What You'll Be DoingProviding one-to-one support for a child throughout the Afterschool programmeCommunicating with the child primarily through IrishEncouraging positive communication, social interaction, and independenceSupporting the child's emotional wellbeing and helping them express their needs in a positive wayAssisting with homework and daily activities where requiredHelping the child participate in games, creative activities, and outdoor playWorking closely with colleagues to provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive environmentPromoting the child's health, safety, and wellbeing at all timesSupporting and encouraging the use of Irish throughout the Afterschool programmeWhat We're Looking ForPrevious experience working with children, preferably supporting children with additional needsFluent spoken Irish, with the confidence to communicate with children throughout the Afterschool programmeFluent spoken and written EnglishA kind, patient, and enthusiastic approachStrong communication and interpersonal skillsA genuine passion for supporting children and helping them reach their full potentialFull driving licence is an advantage but not essentialWillingness to complete Garda Vetting and reference checksWhat's In It For You?€18 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 meaningful difference in a child's life every dayApply TodayIf you're a fluent Irish speaker with a passion for supporting children with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today to join our team at Gaelscoil Shliabh Rua and help create a fun, inclusive, and engaging environment where children can learn, play, and thrive through Irish.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).