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School Age Care Practitioner - Dreamchasers Childcare Services At Merville Community Centre

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    Merville Youth & Community Centre
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    Ref: #JOB-2417333
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    DREAMCHASERS CHILDCARE SERVICE, Merville Youth & Com, Church Hill, Sligo, Co. Sligo, F91 X2WF
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    No of positions: 2
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    20 hours per week
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    To be Confirmed
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    Published On: 21 Oct 2025
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    Closing On: 18 Nov 2025

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The ideal candidate will possess: 
• A minimum of FETAC Level 5 in Childcare/School Age Care or relevant qualification preferable, not essential. 
• Previous experience working within the childcare sector would be beneficial but is not required 
• Leadership and responsibility skills are essential, especially road safety skills 
• Ability to work well as part of a team 
• Working knowledge of Child Protection 
• The ability to plan activities, and implement. 
Candidates will be short-listed on the basis of information supplied in their CV and will be subject to Garda Vetting.
• Excellent communication skills 
Sample of Responsibilities Include: 
• Supervising primary school aged children, between the ages of 4-12yrs 
• Collecting the children from nearby schools via Walking and ensuring road safety is paramount during this time 
• Assisting children with their homework 
• Serving food, prepared by our staff, to the children 
• Listening to the voice of the child and encouraging Child Participation 
• Adhering to Dreamchasers Policies and Procedures, and all governing regulations 
• Maintain a good relationship with staff, children, and parents/guardians 
Benefits Include: 
• Part-time working hours 
• Bi-Weekly Pay 
• Free Parking on site 
• Annual Leave 
• Additional Leave during Summer 
This is a Part-Time position 20hrs a week, Monday - Friday, 1.30-5.30pm 
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  • Entry Level

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