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 Dreamers preschool

Locality: Clonlara, Co. Clare
Hours: 15
Position: Aims support childcare practitioner
Closing Date: Fri 17th October, 2025
Contact Person: Linda Lynch
Other Details:

Little Dreamers is a small country preschool where our outdoors is our play ground. Our children learn through active play with some guidance from our beautiful, friendly and highly qualified girls.

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

Happy hippos creche

Locality: Cratloe
Hours: 9.30 to 5.30
Position: Room leader in a baby room
Closing Date: Sun 28th September, 2025
Contact Person: Elaine Counihan
Other Details:

We are looking for a new team member to work in our baby room.
Level 5 or above.
Small family run creche

Lissycasey Laugh and Learn

Locality: Lissycasey
Hours: Full Time and Part Time Position
Position: Early Years Educators
Closing Date: Wed 24th September, 2025
Contact Person: Charlotte O'Connor
Other Details:

Lissycasey Laugh and Learn are seeking:
Early Years Educators
(Full Time Position & Part Time Position)
To be successful in this position, applicants must have the following:
• Hold a minimum QQI level 5 Childcare Qualification.
• Be fluent in spoken and written English.
• Maintain professionalism in all aspects of childcare.
• Be committed to the provision of a quality childcare and educational service and have enthusiasm for the position.
We offer the following:
• Up to 23 days Annual Leave.
• Up to 7 days paid Sick Leave
• 10 weeks fully paid maternity leave.
• Discretionary Christmas bonus.
This is an excellent opportunity to experience working in a busy childcare organisation with a great team of early years professionals.
Please send your CV along with a cover letter to Lissycasey Laugh and Learn, Lissycasey, Ennis V95 PT86, Co. Clare or email to manager@lissycaseylaughandlearn.com
by Wednesday 24th September 2025

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

Ardú Autism Pre School

Locality: Ennis
Hours: Full-time
Position: Early Year's Educator 
Vacancy Issued On: Thu 2nd October, 2025
Contact Person: Connie Hannon
Other Details:
Must hold at least a Level 8 degree in Early Childhood Care and Education or equivalent.
Training and mentoring will be provided.
Position from now until the end of July, 2026.
Pay rates Starting at 18 euro per hour.
Renumeration will depend on qualifications and experience.
Candidate must speak fluent English.
Apply with CV and cover letter to

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

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