Childcare Work, Jobs in County Londonderry (with Salaries)

Residential Social Care Worker – Children’s Respite Service
Croí Care —Claudy
- From £27,000 a year
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- IT
- In-person
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Early Years Practitioner
kiddiwinkles Magherafelt —Magherafelt
- Part-time
- Childcare
- English
- Experience working with children
- Employee discount
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NHSCT Play Development Assistant Band 3
Health and Social Care Trust —Coleraine
- £24,937 - £26,598 a year
After School Club Assistant
Draperstown After School Club —Magherafelt
- From £13 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Maths
- Experience working with children
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Nursery Manager - 25 hours per week
Building Blocks Day Nursery —Toome
- £20,800 - £23,400 a year
- Management
- Supervising experience
- Continuous improvement
- Annual leave
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Nursery Assistant level 2/3
Nellies Daycare —Magherafelt
- From £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- English
- Experience working with children
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Play area & Cafe Assistant
GOLDRUSH PORTRUSH LIMITED —Portrush
- From £12.75 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Management
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Playgroup Deputy Leader
Portglenone Community Playgroup —Ballymena
- £14 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Preschool
- Bachelor's degree
- Employee discount
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Early Years Finance and Admissions Administrator - Home-Start Greenwich
Royal Borough of Greenwich —Eglinton
- £27,500 a year
- English
- Administrative experience
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Afterschool's Room leader
Bright Beginnings Daycare Magherafelt —Magherafelt
- £10.85 - £13.21 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Management
- Experience working with children
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Health and Social Care Trust —Larne
Salary: Band 5 (£31,049 - £37,796). Tue, 11 August 2026 @ 5:00 PM. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working options.
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NHSCT_Senior Social Worker - Early Years Team_Band 7
Health and Social Care Trust —Coleraine
Functional Area: Early Years Service. Salary: Band 7 (£47,810 - £54,710). Fri, 07 August 2026 @ 5:00 PM. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working…
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Residential Social Care Worker – Children’s Respite Service

Croí Care
Claudy

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Job details

Permanent | Part-time | Full-time
From £27,000 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Annual leave
Company pension
On-site parking

Qualifications

Care record keeping
Driving Licence
Children's home experience
NISCC
Caring for vulnerable young people
Stakeholder liaison
Case note recording
Experience working with children
IT
Safeguarding procedures
Experience of working with children and young people
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Residential support experience
Child safeguarding
Incident log maintenance
Experience caring for children and young people
Communication skills

Full job description

We are seeking experienced and passionate Residential Social Care worker's to help shape and deliver high-quality respite care for children and young people. This is an exciting opportunity for motivated professional's who are committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for children while supporting and developing in a dedicated staff team.

You will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the service, ensuring that children receive safe, person-centred, and therapeutic care while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and organisational standards.

Key Responsibilities

As a Residential Social Care Worker, you will:

Provide High-Quality Care and Support

Create a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where children and young people can enjoy positive respite experiences.
Build meaningful relationships with children and young people, helping them feel safe, valued, and confident during their time with us.
Support children and young people to participate in activities, develop life skills, build independence, and have fun in a way that meets their individual needs.
Deliver person-centred care in line with individual care plans and identified support needs.
Promote children's emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour through a compassionate and child-centred approach.
Provide reassurance and support during times of anxiety or uncertainty, helping children and young people feel comfortable, secure, and included.

Work in Partnership

Work closely with families, carers, and professionals to ensure consistency and continuity of care.
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes for children and young people.
Contribute to a collaborative team culture that promotes high-quality care and support.

Maintain Professional Standards

Record care, activities, observations, and incidents accurately and in accordance with safeguarding, regulatory, and organisational requirements.
Contribute ideas and feedback to continuously improve the quality of respite services.
Adhere to all safeguarding, health and safety, and organisational policies and procedures.
Participate fully in shift work, sleep-ins, supervision, training, and team meetings.

Person Specification - Essential Criteria:

A Level 3 qualification (or above) in a relevant field such as Health & Social Care, Youth Work, Children's Care, Community Work, or a related discipline.
A minimum of one year's experience working in residential childcare, social care, youth work, education, or a similar setting supporting children and young people.
Experience supporting vulnerable children and young people, including those with additional support needs.
Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding principles and person-centred care.
Ability to register with NISCC prior to commencing employment.
A full UK driving licence.
Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures within Northern Ireland.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Competent IT, administrative, and record-keeping skills.
The ability to remain calm, professional, and resilient when managing challenging situations.

Desirable Criteria:

Training in therapeutic, trauma-informed, or attachment-based approaches.
A degree in Social Work, Youth Work, Psychology, Education, or a related discipline.
Previous experience within a children's residential or respite care setting.
Experience leading shifts or supporting colleagues in practice.
Knowledge of RQIA Minimum Standards.
Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches.

Benefits:

Competitive salary package.
Holiday Pay.
Comprehensive induction programme.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Leadership and management development support.
Regular supervision and reflective practice sessions.
Company pension scheme.
Free on-site parking.
Opportunity to contribute to the development of an innovative children's respite service.
Supportive and values-driven working environment.

Multiple positions available.

Relief staff also required.

The closing date for applications is 14th August 2026.

Pay: From £27,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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After School Club Assistant

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Nursery Assistant level 2/3

Play area & Cafe Assistant

Playgroup Deputy Leader

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