Children & Youth

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Crosscare: Youth Worker - Dun Laoghaire Youth Service

Must be in possession of a third level qualification in youth work and a minimum of 2 years’ experience working with young people at risk. Experience of dealing with Child Safeguarding Issues. Full Driving licence desirable. Work Schedule: Full time: 37.5 hours per week.

Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin
  • Children & Youth
  • Community

Crosscare: Early Intervention Worker - Youth Diversion Project

The candidate must have a third level qualification and experience in youth work working with high needs young people who can present with challenging behaviour. Candidates should also have experience working with 8- to 11-year-olds. Schedule: 37.5 hours per week.

Ballymun, Dublin
  • Children & Youth
  • Community

National Childcare Residential Services: Social Care Workers / Relief Workers

Are you interested in becoming part of a mainstream residential care team, where you will be recognised as a valued member of the care team, working as part of a dynamic team in a creative, positive & supported environment in order to enhance the lives of young people.

Enfield, Co Meath
  • Children & Youth

North West City School Completion Programme: Project Worker

North West City School Completion Programme serves the North West area of Cork City, working in 7 primary schools and 4 post – primary schools. The Management Committee invites applications for a temporary position of Project Worker to cover a career break.

North West - Cork City
  • Children & Youth
  • Education & Training

Respond: School Age Practitioner (Part Time) - Mallow

To act as a positive role model & be responsible for the delivery & implementation of a high quality play-based curriculum under the guidance of the national quality frameworks Aistear and Síolta both indoors & outdoors. 20 hours / week (2:30pm-6:30pm Monday-Friday).

Mallow, Co Cork
  • Children & Youth
  • Community

Respond: Early Years Practitioner (Relief) - Daphne View

Education/ Qualifications: A minimum of FETAC Level 5 in Early Years Education. One year of post paid qualification experience of working in early years. Strong understanding and experience in Early Childhood Education. Working Hours: As required. Relief Contract.

Enniscorthy, Co Wexford
  • Children & Youth
  • Community

Respond: Early Years Practitioner (Maternity Cover) - Daphne View

To act as a positive role model & be responsible for the delivery & implementation of a high quality play-based curriculum under the guidance of the national quality frameworks Aistear and Síolta both indoors & outdoors. Hours: Monday to Friday (8:45am to 5:15pm).

Enniscorthy, Co Wexford
  • Children & Youth
  • Community

Involve Youth and Community Services: Development Worker (Part Time)

To support the Managers & CEO to deliver high quality, professional services across the country. To focus on the professionalism & development of the services. Oversee the development & implementation of the Involve Strategic Plan. This role is 14 hours per week.

Athlone, Co Roscommon
  • Children & Youth
  • Community

Children’s Grief Centre: Support Worker (Part Time)

Support Workers (21 or 28 hr contract) provide one to one support for school aged children & young people affected by loss through death, separation, or divorce. We offer a safe & supportive place for children, young people & their families who are grieving.

Limerick
  • Children & Youth

Collinstown Park School Completion Programme: Project Worker (Full-Time) x 2

Collinstown Park SCP is based in North Clondalkin with five link schools (four primary schools & one post-primary school). The Local Management Committee invites applications for the following positions: 2 x Project Worker, Full-time (39 hours per week).

Dublin 22
  • Children & Youth
  • Education & Training

Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland: Temporary Human Resources Manager

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Human Resources Manager provides leadership to the HR Team ensuring that high quality services are delivered in line with the YAP ethos. The successful candidate will manage the recruitment and HR functions within YAP Ireland.

Dublin / Hybrid
  • Children & Youth
  • Civil Liberties & Human Rights

Barnardos: Project Worker (Part Time) - Corduff Family Support Project

The purpose of this role (30 hours per week) is to develop and implement programmes that respond to the needs of children & families referred to the service working in partnership with families & other organisational, community and voluntary bodies.

Dublin 15
  • Children & Youth

Foróige: Early intervention Worker & Family Support Worker, ORB YDP & BEAT YDP

Foróige, the National Youth Development Organisation has opportunities for enthusiastic youth workers. These positions are suitable to individuals who want to develop their professional careers in youth work in roles that are both flexible and rewarding.

Dublin 15
  • Children & Youth

Foróige: Senior Youth Justice Workers x 2, ORB YDP & BEAT YDP

YDPs engage young people in a range of needs led interventions, such as personal & social development programmes, skills building activities, education, training & employment support & social enterprise initiatives, all based on their unique circumstances.

Dublin 15
  • Children & Youth

Foróige: Youth Justice Workers & Family Support Workers, East YDPs

Foróige, the National Youth Development Organisation has opportunities for enthusiastic youth workers. These positions are suitable to individuals who want to develop their professional careers in youth work in roles that are both flexible and rewarding.

Meath, Cavan & Monaghan
  • Children & Youth

Foróige: Senior Youth Justice Workers x 2, Corrib & RAD YDP

YDPs engage young people in a range of needs led interventions, such as personal & social development programmes, skills building activities, education, training & employment support & social enterprise initiatives, all based on their unique circumstances.

Galway City, Co Galway / Co Roscommon
  • Children & Youth

Sligo Family Resource Centre: Childcare Vacancies

Sligo Family Resource Centre is seeking a Childcare Supervisor (35 hours / week) and a Childcare Worker (20 hours / week). The ideal candidate will have: Childcare minimum QQI Level 6 or higher (Supervisor Post) Childcare QQI Level 5 or higher (Childcare Worker post).

Sligo
  • Children & Youth

Leap Frog @ The Park: Experienced Room Leader

We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Room Leader (37.5 hours per week) in our sessional pre-school and part-time after school service located in Ballycragh. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Room Leader to use their skills & initiative in a dynamic service.

Dublin 24
  • Children & Youth

Leap Frog @ The Park: Childcare Practitioner

We are currently looking to recruit a Childcare Practitioner (37.5 hours per week) in our sessional pre-school and part-time after school service located in Ballycragh. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Room Leader to use their skills and initiative in a dynamic service.

Dublin 24
  • Children & Youth

Barnardos: Project Administrator (Part Time) - Corduff Springboard Project

The purpose of this role is to provide an efficient & flexible administrative support service to the project in an integrated way with the wider Barnardos organisation. Minimum of two years’ directly relevant experience essential. Permanent contract, 20 hours per week.

Dublin 15
  • Children & Youth

Dún na nÓg / Hata Homes: Social Care Workers (Full Time) & Relief Social Care Workers

We operate multiple residential accommodation services for young people aged seeking protection in Ireland, who are from Ukraine. Seeking applications from capable and enthusiastic individuals, who have a deep commitment to human rights & a focus on community integration.

Dublin
  • Children & Youth

Western Traveller and Intercultural Development: Education Project Worker

We invite applications for the position of: Education Project Worker for Traveller / Roma Education Programme. Fixed Term, 1 Year Contract. Candidate should have a minimum of Leaving Certificate or QQI Level 5 or equivalent qualification. Working hours: 37.5 Hours per week.

Tuam, Co Galway
  • Children & Youth
  • Education & Training

Ballymote Family Resource Centre: Family Support Worker

The Family Support Worker, 28 hours per week, will work closely with the Manager to help implement Ballymote FRC work plan. Should have a relevant third level qualification – minimum Level 8 (for example, Family Support Practice, Community Development, or a related discipline).

Ballymote, Co Sligo
  • Children & Youth
  • Community

Laois County Childcare Committee: Childminding Support Worker

We are recruiting for a Childminding Support Worker (3 days per week). This is a Fixed Term Contract to 31st December 2024. Must have at least five years relevant experience working in the childcare sector / similar development role & a clean driving license & access to a car.

Laois
  • Children & Youth