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Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• The post holder is required innovatively to support and extend play experiences to ensure early outcomes are achieved.
• You will work in partnership with families to promote and facilitate positive parenting and the enhancement of the role of parents as ‘first educators’.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• NVQ II in Children’s Care Learning and Development or Health and Social Care Qualification /or equivalent.

Desirable Skills

• NVQ III in Children’s Care Learning and Development.
• One years’ experience working in an early childcare setting.

Further Information

Join Early Years the organisation for young children as Early Years Assistant Location: Fermanagh Early Years Children and Family Centre, Enniskillen Hours: Full Time, Part Time and Bank opportunities available Salary: NJC Scale, Point 3 (£24,027) per annum pro rata Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in early childhood education? Do you believe in the power of play to unlock potential? 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. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Friday 20 March 2026. For shortlisted applicants it is anticipated that interviews will take place Monday 30 March 2026. A reserve list may be held for a period of up to six months for the same or similar roles, if this applies to you, we’ll let you know via email. Should you need to contact us, please use the following methods: Email: monitoringofficer@early-years.org Phone: 028 9066 2825 Option 5 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.