Afterschool Deputy Manager (Fluent Irish) | Ballyogan, Dublin 18

€18-€20 per hour | Part-Time | Term-Time

Guaranteed minimum 20 hours per week

Join Kids Inc.

Join Kids Inc. and help children thrive after the school day in a fun, active, and supportive Irish-speaking 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 Part-Time, Term-Time Deputy Manager to join our Afterschool service in Gaelscoil Shliabh Rua for the 2026/2027 school term.

Please note: A good level of spoken Irish (Gaeilge) is essential for this role. As our Afterschool programme is delivered through the medium of Irish, the successful candidate should be confident communicating with children, supporting staff, and participating in activities in Irish throughout the afternoon.

Location

Gaelscoil Shliabh Rua, Ballyogan Road, Dublin 18

About the Role

Our 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 Deputy Manager, you will support the Centre Manager with the day-to-day running of the service while helping to lead, motivate, and support the team. You'll play an important role in creating a positive, inclusive, and well-organised Irish-speaking environment where children can enjoy their afternoon and develop their confidence using the Irish language.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the Centre Manager with the day-to-day operation of the Afterschool service, including administration and record keeping
• Assisting with planning weekly programmes, games, and activities in line with company guidelines
• Helping to lead, support, and motivate team members to deliver a high-quality service
• Encouraging children and staff to communicate in Irish throughout the afternoon
• Delegating tasks and ensuring staff are informed of daily and weekly plans
• Supporting children's social, emotional, physical, creative, and language development
• Building positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and colleagues
• Ensuring company policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards are followed
• Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all children
• Acting as the lead in the Centre Manager's absence

What We're Looking For

• Good level of spoken Irish (Gaeilge) - Essential
• Minimum of 1 year's professional experience working with children
• Previous supervisory, senior, or leadership experience in a childcare, educational, or related setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience supporting, mentoring, or guiding team members
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• A relevant childcare or teaching qualification is desirable
• Fluent spoken and written English
• Willingness to complete Garda Vetting and reference checks

What's In It For You?

• €18-€20 per hour, depending on level of Irish
• Guaranteed minimum 20 hours per week (typically 20-25 hours per week)
• Paid, certified in-house training
• Career progression opportunities across a nationwide organisation, with Deputy Managers considered first for Centre Manager vacancies where possible
• Ongoing support from experienced managers and child development specialists
• Employee referral programme
• Bike to Work Scheme
• The opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives while promoting the Irish language every day

Apply Today

If you're an experienced childcare professional with a good level of Irish who is ready to take the next step in your career while supporting children and leading a team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this opportunity.

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).