Learning support assistant Work, Jobs in Ballymena (with Salaries)

Preschool Assistant
Ahoghill Playgroup —Ballymena
- £12.75 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Microsoft Office
- Preschool
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4d
Classroom Assistant (Special Educational Needs)
Education Authority —Ballymena
- £14.99 - £15.74 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Classroom experience
- Care plans
13d
Childcare Assistant
Norwood children Day Care Centre —Ballymena
- Up to £12.21 an hour
- Temporary
- Childcare
- English
- In-person
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General Assistant 1
Education Authority —Antrim
- £13.63 - £14.29 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Classroom experience
7d
Administrative Assistant
Skilled NI —Belfast
- £13 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
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8h
Classroom Assistant (Additional Special Educational Needs)
Education Authority —Antrim
- £16.53 - £17.37 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom experience
- Care plans
- Communication skills
8d
Nursery Assistant
Paddington's Little Birdies —Lisburn
- £13.00 - £13.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Management
- English
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Workplace Assistant
Pinsent Masons —Belfast
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Office experience
- Gym membership
Classroom Assistant with a Social Communication Centre (Special Educational Needs)
Education Authority —Antrim
- £28,142 - £29,540 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Classroom experience
- Care plans
- Communication skills
2d
Retail Assistant
Holland & Barrett —Belfast
- £13.17 an hour
- Part-time
- Store discount
- Employee assistance programme
3d
Teaching Assistant
OneSchool Global —Knockcloghrim
- Full-time
- Childcare
- School
- Teaching
- Referral programme
General Assistant
Musgrave —Belfast
- Merchandising
- Employee discount
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18h
Sales Assistant
PPG —Coleraine
- Overtime
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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BELFAST FULL TIME AND PART TIME SALES ASSISTANTS
Zara, Pull&Bear, Bershka, Stradivarius —Belfast
- Temporary
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Classroom Assistant
Education Authority —Cookstown
- £13.63 - £14.29 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Classroom experience
- Communication skills
9d
Care Assistant
Healthcare Ireland Group —Newtownabbey
- £12.80 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- Care plans
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Vice Principal - School Improvement
Education Authority —Antrim
- £80,136 - £88,269 a year
- Full-time
- IT
- Leadership
- Communication skills
8d
Personal Assistant to Director/Regional Director | Head Office, Lisburn Road
Praxis Care —Belfast
- £23,809.50 - £30,680.30 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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7d
General Assistant 2
Education Authority —Belfast
- £14.99 - £15.74 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Communication skills
1d
Sales Assistant
Jollyes Pets —Belfast
- £8.43 - £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
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14d

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Preschool Assistant

Ahoghill Playgroup
Ballymena

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Job details

Part-time
£12.75 an hour
4 days ago

Qualifications

Childcare
GCSE
Early childhood education
Microsoft Office
Organisational skills
Preschool experience
Leadership
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

The Role:

We are seeking to recruit a warm, enthusiastic and dedicated Level 3 Preschool Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. We are looking for someone who is passionate about Early Years education and committed to creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, develop and thrive through play.

This rewarding role is ideal for someone who enjoys working as part of a team and making a positive difference in the lives of young children and their families.

Hours of work will be:

Mon-Thurs 8.30am - 1.00pm

Fri 8.30am - 12.00pm

Main Duties

Assist in planning and delivering engaging play-based activities that support children’s learning and development.
Supervise and support children throughout the playgroup session, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and inclusion at all times.
Encourage children’s social, emotional, physical and creative development through positive interactions and play experiences.
Support children in daily routines and transitions within the playgroup environment.
Observe, monitor and contribute to children’s learning journeys and developmental records, including the use of Tapestry where appropriate.
Build positive relationships with children, parents/guardians and colleagues to create a welcoming and supportive playgroup community.
Help maintain a clean, organised and stimulating play environment both indoors and outdoors.
Promote positive behaviour using appropriate Early Years strategies and approaches.
Work collaboratively with the Playgroup Leader and staff team to support children’s individual needs and learning experiences.
Follow all safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and playgroup policies and procedures.
Attend staff meetings, training and professional development opportunities as required.

Essential Criteria

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Care and Education (or equivalent).
GCSE qualification or equivalent.
Knowledge and understanding of child development and Early Years practice.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Good organisational skills and ability to manage daily responsibilities.
A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to working with young children.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Willingness to complete an Access NI check.

Desirable Criteria

At least 1 years’ experience working in a playgroup, preschool or childcare setting.
Experience using Tapestry or other online learning journals.
Knowledge of the Northern Ireland Pre-School Curriculum.
Experience supporting children with additional needs.
ICT skills including Microsoft Office.
Creative and flexible approach to supporting children’s learning through play.

What We Offer

Competitive salary
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Support from an active and engaged Management Committee.
Opportunities to contribute to the future growth and direction of the playgroup.

To Apply:

If this role appeals to you, please submit your CV along with a covering letter explaining how you meet the above criteria to [email protected] by 12pm on Friday 12th June 2026.

Ahoghill Playgroup reserves the right to enhance the criteria in the event of an unprecedented response.

Ahoghill Playgroup is an equal opportunities employer and will consider reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £12.75 per hour

Work Location: In person

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learning support assistant jobs in ballymena

Preschool Assistant

Classroom Assistant (Special Educational Needs)

Childcare Assistant

General Assistant 1

Administrative Assistant

Classroom Assistant (Additional Special Educational Needs)

Nursery Assistant

Workplace Assistant

Classroom Assistant with a Social Communication Centre (Special Educational Needs)

Retail Assistant

Teaching Assistant

General Assistant

Sales Assistant

BELFAST FULL TIME AND PART TIME SALES ASSISTANTS

Classroom Assistant

Care Assistant

Vice Principal - School Improvement

Personal Assistant to Director/Regional Director | Head Office, Lisburn Road

General Assistant 2

Sales Assistant

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