Afterschool Assistant required for a busy childcare centre, Cosy Cats the mall Co.Sligo Intended times are between 1.00pm-6pm Monday to Friday. 19.5 hours per week. Duties will include: · Working as part of a team in the day to day running of the Catacombs/Cosy Cats, 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 Catacombs 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 · Ensure that users of the Catacombs adhere to regulations related to the use of facilities. Investigate unauthorized activities in grounds and report subsequent problems to the Manager of Catacombs
