Preschool / Afterschool Deputy Manager

St. Raphael’s Pre school and After school Project is situated in Ballyfermot, Dublin 10. We offer a sessional preschool service for children aged from 2 years 8 months to school going age and an after school service to children of St. Raphael’s National School. We are currently recruiting for an Early Years/ School Aged Teacher.

Position: Early Years/ School Aged Teacher

Service: St. Raphael’s Pre school and After school Project

Location: St. Raphael’s National School, Kylemore Road, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10

Hours: Full Time (37.5 Hours) 8.20am – 3.50pm, Monday – Friday

Commence Date: Immediate

Contract: Permanent

Early Years Teacher will report directly to the Manager/ Deputy Manager.

Essential Criteria:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and professional approach to early childhood education and care
• Minimum Level 7/8 BA Degree in Early Childhood Education
• At least 2 years’ experience in leadership role
• Ability to facilitate groups and manage staffing when necessary
• Knowledge of funding models such as ECCE and NCS
• Knowledge and understanding of Tusla and Pobal regulations
• Computer skills – knowledge of word & publisher
• Excellent organisational skills
• Experience of working with school-aged children and preschool children
• A child centred approach to working with children

Desirable Criteria:

• HighScope Training
• Experience working with children that are experiencing disadvantage and children with additional needs.

Closing date: 5PM Friday 27th March 2026

St. Raphael’s Pre school and After school Service is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €18.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dublin, County Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Work Location: In person