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Job description

Start Your Career in Early Years with Us. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, a caring nature, and a commitment to learning. This role is ideal for someone who is keen to build skills and gain experience working with children aged 0 to 4 years in a nurturing and supportive environment. If you're ready to take the first step into a rewarding career in Early Years, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Developmental Programme for 2 to 3 Year Olds, running three 2.5 hour sessions weekly (Sept to June).
• Delivering fun and creative Outreach Play Sessions in local community venues.
• Building trusted relationships with families, including home visits.
• Promoting positive play, early learning, and social development.
• Working closely with colleagues to provide the highest standard of care.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Working with young children and their families in the early years.
• A full driving licence and access to a car (Applicants with a disability that prevents them from driving may demonstrate an alternative means of meeting mobility requirements).

Further Information

Location: Cookstown (2 posts). Salary: £26,142.40 - £28,660.16 (full-time equivalent) Hourly rate is £13.59 - £14.90 per hour, starting on the first point of the scale) Hours of Work: 20 hours per week. Contract: Fixed term until 10 July 2026. Closing date: Midnight, 2 November 2025. Contact: recruitment.support@barnardos.org.uk