Early Years Support Worker

Foyle Womens Aid

Employer Location: Published
Phone Number: 02871416800
Email: jarmila.slugocka@foylewomensaid.org
Web: www.foylewomensaid.org

Job description

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic Early Years Support Worker to join our team at the Sweet Peas Creche within POD15. The successful candidate will help deliver high quality childcare, support children’s development, and contribute to a welcoming, safe environment for families who use the Centre. Please download the application form at foylewomensaid.org/recruitment/ Completed forms should be emailed to: jarmila.slugocka@foylewomensaid.org

Responsibilities

  • Provide safe, supportive childcare.
  • Keep creche areas safe, tidy, and well organised.
  • Maintain basic records and follow all safeguarding policies.
  • Deliver fun, creative play sessions.
  • Support children’s individual needs.
  • Assist with outings, family sessions, and parenting support.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Level 3 Childcare qualification.
  • Minimum 1 year childcare, creche experience.
  • Warm, supportive communicator.
  • Understanding of vulnerable families.
  • Organised, adaptable, team focused.
  • Basic Microsoft Office skills.
  • Must complete an Enhanced Access NI check.

Desirable Skills

  • Level 5 Childcare qualification.
  • Safeguarding/Child Protection/First Aid training.
  • Minimum 2 years childcare experience.

Further Information

Early Years - (Fixed Term Contract for Maternity Cover) Work time: £24,243.78 per year pro rata.

Vacancy ID
1764442
Job Sector
Childcare and Social Work
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Derry/Londonderry
Salary
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No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
26
Published date
11/03/2026
Closing date
27/03/2026
Worktime
9am-1pm or 9am-5pm, days to be confirmed

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