The successful candidate will assist the Sure Start Team to provide a group based developmental programme for children aged 2-3 years in order to enhance their social development, build on their communication and language skills and encourage imaginative play.
In the first instance this job will be in the Taughmonagh 2 year old Programme.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. To promote constructive play in a group setting which will enhance and promote social development.
2. Build and expand on children’s communication and language skills
3. Work in conjunction with Speech and Language Therapist in delivering group and individual language enhanced fun programmes.
4. Liaise closely with the Programme Supervisor in implementing an enriched play based, age appropriate developmental programme.
5. Observe and record children’s progress and plan activities and experiences, which will support the individual child’s play and learning.
6. To assist in developing and maintaining good relationships with other agencies, community groups, children, parents, volunteers, schools and nurseries.
7. To ensure preparation and maintenance of all facilities required, such as rooms, materials and equipment and ensure all facilities and resources are left clean and tidy after sessions.
8. To ensure a good standard of hygiene and safety and observe all relevant health and safety rules and guidelines.
9. To assist with keeping a register and attendance record of children, daily diary of events/activities, records of home visits and any other such records as may be required in a clear, detailed and accurate manner
10. To assist with liaising with any other relevant agencies regarding the welfare of children and implementing a planned strategy of intervention where necessary.
11. To develop supportive relationships with parents/carers.
12. To ensure confidentiality of information relating to children and families at all times.
13. To comply with Sure Start policies and procedures and be aware of and work in accordance with relevant legislation at all times.
14. To submit reports as required.
15. To participate in induction and training programmes, meetings and supervision as required.
16. To undertake any other relevant duties as considered appropriate by the Co-ordinator or Management Board
Please contact by email or phone for an Application Pack (with full Job Description and Personnel Specification)
Job Types: Permanent, Part-time
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Sick pay
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
