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.

Scoil Mhuire After School Club

Locality: Lahinch
Hours: 15hrs per week
Position: Childcare Worker for School Club Team
Closing Date: Mon 30th June, 2025
Contact Person: Melanie Stone
Other Details:

We are looking for a childcare worker to join our after school club team. We are open Mondays to Thursdays (term time) from 1.30pm to 5pm, and on Fridays 1.30pm to 2.30pm. The ideal person will have a background in childcare and preferably a qualification in childcare or equivalent. If you are interested in finding out more about the position, please contact Melanie on 087 621 9258 or email: stone.melaniejane@gmail.com

Little Deers Childcare

Locality: Ennistymon
Hours: 35
Position: Early Years Educator
Closing Date: Fri 30th May, 2025
Contact Person: Christina Hayes
Other Details:

To be successful in this application, applicants must have the following:
• Knowledge of Aistear Curriculum
• Proven ability to work professional and effectively with parents and staff while display open communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and in collaboration with others
• Minimum QQI Level 5 Certificate in Early Learning and Care, First aid and manual handing desirable
• Professional approach to work and open to own learning and development
• Able to stay calm and react well under pressure
• Flexible with regard to working hours
We offer the following:
• Additional annual leave days.
• Working hours between 8-5:30
• Sick Pay.
• CPD courses are often subsidise
• Other benefits throughout the year (including a discretionary Christmas Bonus
Applications will only be accepted by CV and a cover letter. Please submit CV and Cover letter to christina@nortwestlarefrc.ie.

Inchy Wincy Pre-School

Locality: Inch national school
Hours: 3.5 hrs/day when needed at short notice.
Position: Childcare assistant
Closing Date: Fri 18th April, 2025
Contact Person: Caitriona Talty
Phone: Not given

Kildyzart Kidz Care and Education CLG

Locality: Kildysart
Hours: 5 hours a day, more hours possible with qualifications.
Position: Afterschool Room - Eary Years Educator Position
Closing Date: Fri 18th April, 2025
Contact Person: Lesley Wallace
Other Details:

Job Description

We are looking for energetic, enthusiastic, motivated persons to join our team of excellent staff. The Early Years Educator will work with the Room Leader and other staff to ensure the individual needs of the children are identified and met, plan and carry out activities, assist with homework. Ensure standards of health and hygiene are maintained and that all policies & procedures are adhered to.

The ideal candidate must have:

Eary Years Educator Position

· Minimum FETAC level 5 in an early year’s qualification is desirable but not essential.

· Working experience in an early year’s setting is desirable

· Excellent communication skills

· Ability to use their initiative, be friendly and work as part of a team

· Passion for working with children from 4 to 12 years of age

· Hourly wage TBC

· May suit a person studying Childcare.

The Role offers:

· Competitive Salary (based on qualifications and experience)

· 20-23 days annual leave per year

· Sick Pay

· Employee childcare discount

· Other benefits throughout the year (including a discretionary Christmas Bonus)

· CPD is encouraged and often subsidised

· A good working environment

· 5 hours a day, more hours possible with qualifications.

Start date from: ASAP

Please send a copy of your CV together with a cover letter to: Lesley Wallace, Kildysart Kidz Care and Education, Main St, Kildysart, Co. Clare or email: info@kildysartkidz.ie

Lissycasey Laugh and Learn

Locality: Lissycasey, Ennis, Co Clare
Hours: 40
Position: Manager (for maternity leave)
Closing Date: Fri 21st March, 2025
Contact Person: Fiona Cleary
Other Details:

To be successful in this position, applicants must have the following:
• A childcare qualification is essential, with a level 7 or 8 qualification preferred.
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience in management or deputy management role.
• Extensive knowledge of childcare regulations and guidelines.
• Be fluent in spoken and written English.
• Be highly organised with an ability to work as part of a cross-functional team.
• Computer Literacy is essential.
• Leadership, teamwork and communication skills are key to success.
• Enthusiasm for the position

This is an excellent opportunity to experience working in a busy childcare organisation with a great team of early years professionals.

We offer the following:
• Up to 22 days Annual Leave.
• Discretionary Christmas bonus.
• Up to 7 days paid Sick leave

Lissycasey Laugh and Learn

Locality: Lissycasey, Ennis, Co Clare
Hours: 37-40 hours per week
Position: Early Years Educator Room Leader
Closing Date: Wed 19th March, 2025
Contact Person: Fiona Cleary
Other Details:

Lissycasey Laugh and Learn are seeking the following positions:

Early Years Educator Room Leader

To be successful in this position, applicants must have the following:
• A childcare qualification is essential, with a level 7 or 8 qualification preferred.
• 1 year’s experience is favorable but not essential.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Maintain professionalism in all aspects of childcare.
• Be committed to the provision of quality childcare and educational service and have enthusiasm for the position.
•Salary €15.50 – €16.78 per hour

This is an excellent opportunity to experience working in a busy childcare organisation with a great team of early years professionals.

We offer the following:
• Up to 22 days Annual Leave.
• Discretionary Christmas bonus.
• Up to 7 days paid Sick leave.
• 10 weeks fully paid maternity leave.

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 19th March.

Miss Gráinnes Holy Family Montessori School

Locality: Ennis town centre
Hours: 9am - 12pm/1pm
Position: Two Positions: Room Leader & AIM Position
Vacancy Issued On: Wed 26th March, 2025
Closing Date: Not stated
Contact Person: Grainne Kelly
Phone: Not given
Other Details:

Email C.V. to phscanlon@gmail.com

Scariff Playgroup

Locality: Scariff
Hours: 18 hours per week
Position: Manager - to start in September
Vacancy Issued On: Mon 7th April, 2025
Closing Date: Not stated
Contact Person: Itty knight
Phone: 087 8549877
Other Details:

Level 6 qualification required.

Little Scholars Preschool 

Locality: Ennis
Hours: 12.00 to 3.00 pm Monday to Friday, term time
Position: Early Years Educator Position child care level 5 - Immediate start
Vacancy Issued On: Mon 14th April, 2025
Closing Date: Not stated
Contact Person: Saundra Slattery
Phone: 065 68 40492

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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