Jobs Board

Current Vacancies in Early Learning and School Age Care Settings in Clare

If you would like an upcoming vacancy to be included on this Jobs Board, please send your details by 5pm on Tuesdays. The Board will be updated on a weekly basis. Each vacancy will be kept on the Board for a one-month period, unless otherwise advised.

Little Deers Childcare

Locality: Ennistymon
Hours: 8:00-5:30 Full-time / Part-time options
Position: Early years practitioners: Minimum QQI Level 5 in Early Childhood Care & Education. Full-time / Part-time options available
Closing Date: Tue 30th September, 2025
Contact Person: Christina Hayes
Other Details:

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a safe, joyful environment for children to thrive? Our vibrant creche is seeking a dedicated Childcare Practitioner to join our team and make a lasting impact.

Ongoing training and professional development.
A supportive and welcoming work environment.
Opportunities to grow within the organisation.

Ms Gráinne’s Childcare Centre

Locality: Ennis .Co.Clare
Hours: 9 am to 12 30 pm
Position: Childcare Classroom Assistant/AIM person
Closing Date: Tue 30th September, 2025
Contact Person: Grainne kelly

Play and Learn Broadford

Locality: Broadford Co. Clare
Hours: 9am to 6pm
Position: Childcare Practitioner
Closing Date: Sun 31st August, 2025
Contact Person: Michelle McNamara
Other Details:

We are looking for a kind and caring individual to join our expanding service. Hours are negotiable. Rate dependent on experience. Minimum level 5 required.

Room to Bloom

Locality: Ennis
Hours: 35
Position: Early Years Educator
Closing Date: Sun 31st August, 2025
Contact Person: Hazel O'Connor
Other Details:

Preschool position, Term time, closed July, August, mid terms. Christmas and Easter. Rate of pay in line with pay scale, experience and skills also considered. Minimum Level 5 in ECCE

Play and Learn

Locality: Broadford
Hours: 2 to 6 daily
Position: SAC Practitioner
Closing Date: Sun 24th August, 2025
Contact Person: Michelle McNamara
Other Details:

Do you love working with children?
Are you looking for a rewarding role where every day brings smiles, laughter, and the chance to make a real difference?

We’re looking for a caring, energetic, and dependable person to join our after-school team. You’ll be helping children wind down after their school day with fun activities, games, and a safe, welcoming space to relax.

What You’ll Do:

Welcome children each afternoon and help them settle in

Plan and lead fun, creative, and active play sessions

Support children’s friendships, confidence, and wellbeing

Keep the space tidy, safe, and cheerful

Work alongside a friendly team who share your passion for childcare

What We’re Looking For:

You must be 18 or over

Minimum of Leaving Certificate (or equivalent)

Someone with a warm personality, patience, and a genuine love for working with children

Experience in childcare is a bonus, but your enthusiasm and willingness to learn matter most

What We Offer You:

ERO rates (fair pay in line with sector standards)

Health care package

Employee Assistance Programme (confidential wellbeing support)

Bike to Work Scheme

A supportive workplace where you’ll be valued and appreciated every day

If you’re ready to bring energy, creativity, and kindness to our team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today with your CV and a short note telling us why this role is perfect for you.

Tullyvarraga Preschool

Locality: Shannon
Hours: 15 hours
Position: AIM Support Position
Closing Date: Fri 22nd August, 2025
Contact Person: Fiona Wall

Liscannor childcare

Locality: Castle street, liscannor, V95R896
Hours: 12pm-5.30pm Monday to Friday 38 weeks
Position: Afterschool Assistant. Minimum QQI level 5.
Closing Date: Fri 22nd August, 2025
Contact Person: Maura Considine

Teach Spraoi Nature Kindergarden Ltd

Locality: Toonagh, Fountain, Ennis.
Hours: 18 - 20 hours
Position: After School Assistant - starting 1st September 2025
Closing Date: Wed 20th August, 2025
Contact Person: Nora Custy 
Phone: 065 6840397
Other Details:

Exciting opportunity for after school assistance at our lovely nature kindergarden.

A love of children, nature & creativity is a must.

Experience & level 5 childcare would be an advantage but can be developed for the right candidate.

Place of work will be Toonagh V95RWV5
38 week school contract some flexibility may be needed.

Ennis Montessori School

Locality: Ennis
Hours: Fulltime
Position: Lead Educator-Montessori
Closing Date: Fri 15th August, 2025
Contact Person: Muneeza Sanawar
Other Details:

Ennis Montessori School is a well-established early years Service in Ennis with over 25 years of experience in the community. Our Mission at Ennis Montessori School is to provide outstanding Childcare, incorporating the principles of Aistear and Síolta, which nurtures and enhances the potential within each child.

About the role:
– The position is full time, approximately 37-40 hours per week.
– Competitive remuneration above the current ERO rates, dependent on experience and qualifications.
– 20 days annual leave per year
– CPD is encouraged and often subsidised
– A good working environment

The right candidate will:
– Have a Level 7/8 degree (this is preferable but not essential).
– Be able to work as part of a team as well on their own initiative
– Show evidence of planning and preparing child – led, engaging activities
– Have knowledge of the Montessori principle

Please apply with your CV and a cover letter to ennismontessorischool@gmail.com or contact Muneeza on 086 125 2950 for further details.

We look forward to hearing from you!
Expected start date: 25/08/2025

Curious Minds Miltown Malbay

Locality: Miltown Malbay
Hours: 20-25 hours
Position: Breakfast and Afterschool Assistant
Closing Date: Wed 6th August, 2025
Contact Person: Marie Sheehy

Scoil na Mainistreach Afterschool club

Locality: Quin National School
Hours: 20 hr to 25 hr per week
Position: Afterschool club assistant
Closing Date: Tue 5th August, 2025
Contact Person: Antoinette Meehan
Other Details:

Kind, caring, gentle persons required.

Stepping Stones Montessori

Locality: O'Callaghan's Mills
Hours: 3hrs per day.
Position: AIM worker beginning 27th Aug 2025. 15 euro per hour.
Closing Date: Sun 27th July, 2025
Contact Person: Michelle
Phone: 086 3956197

Curious Minds

Locality: Mullagh - (Near Miltown Malbay & Quilty)
Hours: 15-20 hrs
Position: Breakfast and Afterschool Assistant
Closing Date: Fri 18th July, 2025
Contact Person: Marie Sheehy

Curious Minds

Locality: Cooraclare
Hours: 7-10 hrs
Position: Breakfast Club Assistant
Closing Date: Fri 18th July, 2025
Contact Person: Marie Sheehy

Clooney Preschool & SAC

Locality: Clooney NS, Knocanoura, Ennis
Hours: 21-35 hours per week
Position: Preschool Educator and SAC carer
Closing Date: Fri 18th July, 2025

Teach Spraoi Nature Kindergarden Ltd

Locality: Toonagh
Hours: 15 - 25
Position: Aim & After school position.
Vacancy Issued On: Mon 11th August, 2025
Contact Person: Nóra Custy
Other Details:

Seeking a person who enjoys engaging with children through nature, creativity & the arts. Level 5 a min., for the AIM position . Our service is a supportive, slow paced environment in which you can grow at your own pace and your positive contribution will be appreciated and nurtured.

Inagh Ark Childcare

Locality: Inagh
Hours: 35 + hours a week
Position: Early Years Professional
Vacancy Issued On: Wed 27th August, 2025
Contact Person: Jackie Garland
Other Details:

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and caring childcare professional to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will be kind, friendly, hardworking, and have a genuine passion for working with children of all ages.

Requirements:

  • Minimum QQI Level 5 in Childcare (essential)
  • Excellent communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues
  • Patience, flexibility, and a professional attitude to maintain our high-quality standards

What we offer:

  • Immediate start
  • Competitive salary
  • Sick pay
  • 35+ hours per week
  • Ongoing CPD training
  • Onsite parking

If you are committed to providing high-quality care and fostering a nurturing, fun, and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Please send your CV to manager@inagharkcreche.com

Contact:

Clare County Childcare Committee,
1 Kilrush Road,
Clonroad Beg,
Ennis, County Clare, Ireland
V95CXP1

Phone: 065 6864862

Email: info@clarechildcare.ie

Opening Times:

Monday - Thursday 9-5pm
Friday 9-4pm
(Lunch 1-2pm)

Company Registered Number: 349550
Registered Charity Number: 20050641

National Website:

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