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.

Annagh After School Pals

Locality: Miltown Malbay
Hours: 10+
Position: School Age Childcare Assistant
Closing Date: Tue 30th June, 2026
Contact Person: Davina Daly
Other Details:

We are currently seeking a warm, enthusiastic and reliable after school assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will work alongside two other staff members to create a fun, safe and nurturing environment where children feel happy, secure and valued after their school day.

Key responsibilities:
> Plan and organise a variety of engaging activities for the children
> Supervise and interact with children
> Encourage participation in activities such as board games, arts & crafts, dance and themed events

The ideal candidate will:
> have a genuine love for working with children
> be energetic, creative and enthusiastic
> work well as part of a team
> be reliable and responsible

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys creating a fun, relaxed atmosphere while ensuring children feel safe, supported and excited to attend afterschool each day.

Little Harvard

Locality: Bridgetown National School
Hours: 17.5
Position: SAC Co-ordinator
Closing Date: Sat 9th May, 2026
Contact Person: Louise
Phone: 0858684946
Other Details:

We are looking for a reliable. organised and patient person who loves working with children.

Curious Minds

Locality: Kilmurry Mcmahon
Hours: Relief
Position: Early Years Practitioner
Closing Date: Thu 30th April, 2026
Contact Person: Marie Sheehy

Boston Community Childcare

Locality: Boston, Tubber.
Hours: 9:15am-1:15pm Mon-Fri
Position: Preschool Staff
Closing Date: Fri 3rd April, 2026
Contact Person: Edel Cooney
Other Details:

We are looking for enthusiastic caring individuals to join our growing team at Little Rockers Boston Community Childcare.

Cairde Nua

Locality: Moy, Lahinch
Hours: 9am-12noon
Position: Early Years Educator
Closing Date: Fri 13th March, 2026
Contact Person: Sue Garrahy
Other Details:

Must hold a Level 5 qualification or equivalent in childcare.

Naíonra Céimeanna Beaga

Locality: Ennis
Hours: 15hrs and potentially 30 hrs/wk
Position: AIM Educator
Closing Date: Fri 13th March, 2026
Contact Person: Katie Ui Chaoimh
Phone: 0862114881
Other Details:

15 hrs starting immediately (8:30am to 11:30 by 5 days) with the potential of an additional 15 hrs (12 til 3pm by 5 days).

Laura’s Childcare

Locality: Ballynacally
Hours: Full-time 9am - 6pm
Position: Early Years Educator
Vacancy Issued On: Thu 19th March, 2026
Contact Person: Laura Corbett
Other Details:

The ideal candidate must have:
• Minimum FETAC level 5 in an early year’s qualification,
• Working experience in an early year’s setting is desirable
• Excellent communication skills- fluent in English
• Ability to use their initiative, be friendly and work as part of a team
• Desirable: First Aid, Manual Handling (Training will be provided)
The Role offers:
• Competitive Salary (based on qualifications and experience)
• 20-23 days annual leave per year
• Sick Pay
• Employee childcare discount
• A good working environment

Laura’s Childcare

Locality: Ballynacally
Hours: Full-time - 8am - 5pm
Position: Early Years Educator
Vacancy Issued On: Thu 19th March, 2026
Contact Person: Laura Corbett
Other Details:

The ideal candidate must have:
• Minimum FETAC level 5 in an early year’s qualification,
• Working experience in an early year’s setting is desirable
• Excellent communication skills- fluent in English
• Ability to use their initiative, be friendly and work as part of a team
• Desirable: First Aid, Manual Handling (Training will be provided)
The Role offers:
• Competitive Salary (based on qualifications and experience)
• 20-23 days annual leave per year
• Sick Pay
• Employee childcare discount
• A good working environment

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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