Westmeath Community Development
Vacancy: Childcare Practitioner [Afterschool Service]
[Fixed Term Contract]
Westmeath Community Development (WCD) is recruiting for a Childcare practitioner for its Afterschool service in the Athlone area.
| Job Title: | Childcare practitioner |
| Location: | Afterschool service in the Athlone area |
| Contract: | Fixed Term contract to August 2027 [renewed subject to funding] |
| Hours: | 20-hours/week (afternoon hours normally from 1.30-5.30pm daily) |
| Salary: | €16.18-€17.17/hour (depending on qualifications & experience) |
Application Process
- Completed Application Form only [CVs not accepted] emailed to Vanessa Moore, HR Manager vmoore@westcd.ie by 4pm on Friday 23rd October 2026
Selection Process
- Shortlisting may apply
- Second round interviews may apply
- Reference checks will apply
- Garda Vetting clearance will apply
- A panel may be created as a result of the recruitment process. Candidates will remain on the panel for a six-month period.
Westmeath Community Development is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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