Early Years Assistant
(E/EYA/L/526)
Permanent - 18 hours per week
Lisburn Sure Start
£12,645.36 per annum
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- To contribute to the delivery of services designed to improve the wellbeing and opportunities for children aged 0 - 4 and their families.
- To assist in the provision of a safe, stimulating and varied programme of play, for children up to the age of four, suitable to the childrens age and stage of development.
- To promote the social, emotional, physical, creative and intellectual development of children and to work in the interest of children at all times.
- To ensure preparation and maintenance of all facilities required, such as rooms, material and equipment and ensure all resources are left clean and tidy after sessions.
- To ensure a good standard of hygiene and safety and observe all relevant health and safety guidelines.
- To contribute to the maintenance of records, including daily observations in a clear, detailed and accurate manner and in accordance with policies and procedures.
- To develop supportive relationships with parents / carers and encourage the development of activities to promote parent / child interaction.
- To ensure confidentiality of information relating to children and their families at all times.
Essential Criteria:
- NVQ Level 3 Child Care qualification or equivalent or working towards qualification
- 1 years paid / unpaid experience working in an early years setting or an additional needs setting
- Grade C or above including English Language and Mathematics or equivalent
- Clean drivers licence, access to transport and Business (Class) Car Insurance for the vehicle and driver
Application:
A satisfactory Access NI Enhanced / Standard disclosure or Garda Clearance is required prior to commencement of employment.
Bryson adheres to Access NI Code of Practice available upon request.
For more information, or a full job description/person specification, please contact the HumanResources Department Tel: or email:Application packs are downloadable from where there is also the option to apply online.
The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is:
Wednesday 20th May at 12pm
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