Afterschool Assistant, Northside - CE Scheme - Youth Work Ireland: North Connaught

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Application Details

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form.

Job Description

Duties

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.

Afterschool Assistant required for a busy childcare centre, Northside Community Parntership Co.Sligo
Intended times are between 1.00pm-6pm Monday to Friday.
  1. 5 hours per week.
Duties will include:
  • Working as part of a team in the day to day running of the Northside Afterschool club, involvement in planning and implementing activities and programmes as scheduled in an Afterschool Programme.
  • Assisting Childcare Staff with small groups of children and assisting them where necessary in the various activities.
  • Assisting in Homework Supervision.
  • Assisting with the walking bus which entails school collections to and from school.
  • Involvement in supervision and being aware of special dietary requirements for children during meal times.
  • Escorting children to areas of the building i.e. toilets, outside play area all in accordance with Policies and Procedures.
  • Adhering to all Policies and Procedures and ensuring compliance with good standards of hygiene. Regular fire drills are included.
  • Communicate with the Manager of Northside or Co-ordinator in respect of any concern they may have even in relation to Health & Safety.
  • Being aware of and vigilant for signs of child abuse or issues and report immediately to the Manager or Coordinator.
  • To participate in relevant training eg First Aid, Manual Handling and Safeguarding Trust where necessary and to highlight your needs for any other relevant training required.
  • Taking part in team meetings
  • Sector:
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