Part time Workshop and Events Activity Assistant
Main purpose: To support the lead Event Co-ordinator in preparation, organising, set up and clean up of seasonal events onsite and for outreach
Key Responsibilities:
* Set up and delivery with a team, in large scale public onsite events e.g. school tours, festivals
* Self led delivery of nature based activities for small scale events for children e.g. birthday parties, nature camps.
* Supervision of children, provision and set up of activities. Training will be provided.
* Monitoring and maintenance of craft room and poly tunnel supplies and cleanliness of activity space
* Team work in events: communicate and liaise with a diversity of clients e.g. teachers, parents, volunteers, Festina Lente in the delivery of a sustainable event.
* Provide feedback from events to Events Team/ Manager through a continuous improvement evaluation process
* Participate in training relating to event activity design and delivery, working in diverse groups and health and safety.
Criteria:
The candidate will have the following:
* Some experience of working with children and youth sector
* Keen interest in nature and working outdoors
* Quick on feet
* Excellent group work skills and confidence in working with children (with or without parent involvement)
* Self led and ability to organize activities in a time-bound manner
* Capable of working independently and in groups
* Must demonstrate initiative and be able to use common sense
* A playful disposition and an understanding of children and teens
* Confident storyteller
* Flexible to work alternate days in weekends
* General IT skills for accessing rosters, email communication
Personal abilities:
Ability to work as part of a team
Innovative and creative
Be self-motivated and flexible
Conditions of employment:
Salary: The rate of pay will be €13.40 per hour
Hours: As required, five hour shifts including weekend work
Annual Leave: Annual Leave will be calculated on the basis of time worked, exclusive of public holidays.
Location of the position: Old Connaught Avenue, Bray, Co. Wicklow. Any change in location will notified to you in advance.
HOW TO APPLY:
Closing Date for Applications: 31 October 2024
Application forms can be found on our website http://festinalente.ie/about-us/job-vacancies/festina-lente-job-vacancy-application-form/.
Job Type: Permanent part-time.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From €13.40 per hour
Expected hours: 10 per week
Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Every weekend

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bray, CO. Wicklow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

• Leaving Certificate (required)

Experience:

• similiar: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 31/10/2024