Talent Acquisition Co-ordinator

Job Introduction

Talent Acquisition Coordinator – Tigers Childcare 

Hydrid / Blanchardstown (Support Office)| Full-time | Permanent | €32,000–€38,000 per annum DOE 

At Tigers Childcare, we don’t just hire people – we hire future teammates, mentors, and child-champions. As our new Talent Acquisition Coordinator, you’ll be at the heart of that journey – keeping the wheels turning behind the scenes, ensuring every candidate feels seen, and supporting the hiring of colleagues who truly make a difference. 

If you’re highly organised, love seeing a plan come together, and want your work to mean something beyond inboxes and spreadsheets – this is the role for you. 

Why We Do What We Do 

Tigers Childcare creates exceptional learning and care environments where children thrive through play, exploration and meaningful relationships. With 27 centres and growing, we are one of Ireland’s leading childcare providers – committed to quality, inclusion and continuous improvement. 

We believe the same principles that guide how we treat children should shape how we treat our colleagues: with curiosity, care, consistency, and high expectations. That’s why we invest in professional development, support wellbeing, and make sure everyone feels they belong. 

How You’ll Make an Impact 

You’ll support our end-to-end recruitment process – from job post to job offer – so that every candidate and hiring manager has a seamless, professional experience. You’ll work closely with our Talent Acquisition Specialist to: 

• Post job adverts that reflect our tone and values
• Keep our applicant tracking system (ATS) running smoothly
• Review applications and arrange interviews with speed and care
• Communicate professionally with candidates – answering questions, sharing updates, and being a reassuring point of contact
• Prepare interview packs and ensure documentation is accurate and complete
• Conduct reference checks, qualification verifications and initiate Garda vetting
• Maintain accurate recruitment metrics and support ad hoc reports
• Assist with careers fairs, digital engagement, and employer branding
• Work with HR and Operations to ensure a smooth transition into onboarding

What You’ll Need to Succeed 

• Must-Haves
  • 1+ year in an administrative or HR support role (multi-site or fast-paced settings ideal)
  • Great attention to detail – you spot the typo, the missed attachment, the date mismatch
  • Strong communicator – friendly, professional and clear, in writing and in person
  • Comfortable handling confidential information with maturity and discretion
  • Reliable, organised and always a few steps ahead
• Nice-to-Haves
  • Experience with an ATS or HR system
  • Familiarity with vetting, qualification checks or GDPR compliance
  • Previous work in a regulated environment like childcare, healthcare or education
  • A career interest in recruitment or HR – we’ll help you grow

The Perks, the Pay, and the Purpose 

• What the Role Offers You
  • A critical role shaping the experience of every new Tigers colleague
  • Exposure to recruitment strategy and employer brand development
  • Autonomy and ownership in a growing, values-led HR team
  • A springboard to build a longer-term career in talent acquisition or HR
  • Belonging to a culture that takes colleague wellbeing seriously and backs it up with action

• Salary & Benefits
  • Competitive salary: €32,000–€38,000 per annum DOE
  • 20 days annual leave (increasing to 25 with service)

• Company laptop and phone
• CPD/educational support
• Access to the Tigers Employee Wellbeing Programme
• Access to Tigers Academy that offers professional and personal development

Let’s Build Something Brilliant Together 

If this sounds like your kind of role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today via [LinkedIn / Indeed / our careers page]. 

All roles are subject to Garda Vetting and reference checks in line with regulatory requirements and Tigers Childcare’s child safeguarding policies. Tigers Childcare is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.