We are seeking a Manager fluent in Gaeilge for the daily operation of our Irish speaking Afterschool Service. This is a balanced leadership and hands-on role, combining direct work with children and staff with key operational and supervisory responsibilities. You will play an important part in maintaining high-quality care, supporting staff practice, ensuring compliance, and contributing to a positive and inclusive environment for children.
About us
Creative Kids is a dedicated Afterschool childcare provider based in Knocknacarra Galway. Our mission is to create a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment for children to thrive in after school hours. We offer a range of activities designed to foster growth, creativity, and social skills. With a focus on child-led play, we strive to make every child’s time with us enriching and enjoyable. Our service operates within a school building and currently supports approximately 75 registered children. The children are grouped according by age and organised into three groups.
Key Responsibilities
- The day-to-day running of the service through the Irish language
- Lead and support staff in delivering high-quality school-age childcare program
- Act as Person in Charge
- Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and support to staff
- Support staff induction, training, and performance development
- Work directly with children as part of daily service delivery
- Promote positive behaviour management and inclusive practice
- Take responsibility for the implementation of the homework policy and procedures, and support staff in their consistent application across the service
- Act as a point of contact for parents and guardians
- Share responsibility for administration and service compliance
Requirements
- Fluent in Irish
- Experience in a school-age childcare setting
- Previous supervisory or management-support experience strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and childcare regulations in Ireland
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
What we offer
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for professional development
- Competitive pay
- On-site parking
- Further opportunity to work outside school term as we provide camps
Pay: From €19 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Childcare
Work Location: In person
Pay: €19.00-€20.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Language:
Work Location: In person
