Early Years Assistant, Childcare

Join Early Years The Organisation for Young Children as an Early Years Assistant Location: Clogher Valley SureStart, 48a Main Street, Augher. Maternity Cover (9 Months) Salary: Point 4-6, (£25,877.80 - £26,681.73) per annum pro rata Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in early childhood education? Be part of our team and help shape the futures of children by fostering growth and learning through purposeful opportunities. At Early Years, we are committed to fostering growth for both the children and our staff. Joining means an opportunity to enhance your skills, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with a team that upholds dedication, compassion, and excellence in early years care and education. In return, Early Years provides a comprehensive rewards package, including a competitive salary, 36 days of annual leave (pro-rata), inclusive of statutory/public holidays, a contributory pension scheme, options to purchase additional leave, and access to healthcare schemes. The role As Early Years Assistant you will ensure children attending the Daycare setting have the best start in life by providing a safe, welcoming, high quality, inclusive early education environment, for children from 6 weeks to 12 years. Essential Criteria NVQ Level II in Early Years Care and Education or equivalent. One years experience working with young children in a paid, voluntary or training/placement capacity. Desirable Criteria NVQ III in Early Years Care and Education or equivalent. A full and current driving licence enabling the post holder to drive in NI and have the use of a vehicle for official purposes or have access to a form of transport that will enable the candidate to meet the requirements of the post in full. Email: Phone: Early Years is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing flexible friendly working conditions. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in the Organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups. Skills: Early years care Child supervision