Assistant Afterschool Coordinator. Midland. Irlanda

Running of the Afterschool

    Assist the Co-ordinator, and childcare manager in providing a quality afterschool service.

    Assist children with Homework Assignments.

    Plan and prepare a range of fun, active and practical activities.

    Maintain room, and equipment, to ensure the health & safety of children at all times.

    Provide a fun, caring environment that positively supports the growth and development of each child.

    Liaise with parents/guardians and develop good communication channels with them.

    Deal with queries and enquiries from parents, children, and childcare staff in a courteous and helpful manner

    Maintain strict confidentiality.

    Help prepare healthy snacks and encourage good nutrition.

Best Practice

    Ensure that child safety and welfare is of paramount importance.

    Ensure relevant legislation and regulations are applied, particularly in relation to child safeguarding.

    Keep up to date with best practice in relation to child development and learning.

    Assist Co-ordinator in the collection and recording of Fees.

    Ensure a good standard of hygiene.

    Assist in good record keeping and report preparation, as required.

General duties

    Work as part of the overall team in Laois Partnership Company and promote the Organisation and its services in a positive manner.

    Maintain accurate, professional written and electronic records of the work undertaken.

    Operate within policy, legal, ethical and professional boundaries when working.

    Actively contribute to service review and development in a positive, solution focused manner.

    Be knowledgeable about National Policy, Legislation and Guidance Frameworks.

    Participate in fundraising and promotional activities for the service, as required.

    To undertake other duties/responsibilities that are appropriate to the role.  

Please be advised that this is not an exhaustive list of duties for the role and changes may occur. This role is a developmental role and will require flexibility and adaption to new and changing situations on an ongoing basis.