Playworker

Drumahoe Childcare Ltd

Employer Location: Londonderry
Phone Number: 02871301662
Email: childcarelderrymanager@ymca-ireland.net
Web: www.facebook.com/YMCAchildcare

Job description

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Playworker to join our team. The successful candidate will support children in a safe, fun and inclusive play environment, helping them learn, develop and enjoy their time in our setting. Maternity Cover with further opportunities

Responsibilities

  • To assist with the planning, organisation and delivery of play activities.
  • To assist in the planning, evaluation and observation of the eager and able to Learn programme.
  • To carry out daily observations and update the child management system as necessary.
  • To be familiar with the minimum standards and help implement these.
  • To ensure the children are cared for in a happy and caring environment and to ensure safe delivery to their parent/carer.
  • To work as part of a team.
  • To keep accurate daily records as deemed necessary.
  • To assist with daily cleaning.
  • To organise and help serve snacks.
  • To ensure good standards of food hygiene.
  • To administer First Aid as required.
  • To maintain confidentiality regarding information about parents and children using the service.
  • To attend meetings as required and any necessary training.
  • To be familiar with and carry out the policies of Drumahoe Childcare Ltd.
  • Any other duties as deemed necessary.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Applicants must be educated to QCF level 2 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development or equivalent.
  • 12 months experience working within a childcare setting.

Desirable Skills

  • A full clean driving licence.
  • First aid qualification.
  • Child protection/safeguarding certificate.

Further Information

Post is to cover maternity leave. Email C.V to childcarelderrymanager@ymca-ireland.net

Vacancy ID
1772965
Job ref.
1
Job Sector
Childcare and Social Work
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Derry/Londonderry
Salary
£12.81 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
36
Published date
29/05/2026
Closing date
12/06/2026
Worktime
36 hours over 4 days

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