Early Years Assistant
(Ref: E/EYA/L/626)
Permanent - 22 hours per week
Lisburn Sure Start
£15,455.44 per annum
Job Role:
Lisburn Sure Start is currently seeking to recruit an Early Years Assistant. The candidate will be able to provide a range of coordinated services to families with children pre-birth up to the age of 4 years.
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 children’s 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.
· To submit reports as required.
· To participate in induction and training programmes, meetings and supervision as
required.
· To be able to work both within team and use your own initiative to effectively plan and deliver relevant services.
· To deliver a quality service, adhering to Lisburn Sure Start and Bryson Pathways, policies and procedures.
· To provide support and practical help to children and their families that facilitate the development of resilience, confidence and improved long-term outcomes.
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 Human Resources Department Tel: (028) 9032 5835 or email: [email protected] Application packs are downloadable from https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home, where there is also the option to apply online.
The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is:
Thursday 25th June at 12pm
Pay: £14,455.44 per year
Work Location: In person
