Pre-School Assistant
Job description
To work as part of a small team and also be able to work on own initiative. Working closely with children to promote a safe and educational learning environment. Understand the importance of communication skills with children, staff, parents and professional bodies. Carry out daily paperwork and cleaning routines. Be a positive role model and key worker for a number of key children. Being able to manage behaviour in a professional and caring manner.
Responsibilities
- Take an active role in weekly team meetings and plans.
- Supervising children's daily activities including meal times.
- Ensure the safety and well being of children is paramount.
- Being able to follow the groups policies and procedures.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
- Experience in a childcare setting.
- Strong communication skills.
- The ability to engage children in their daily activities and areas of development.
Desirable Skills
- NVQ level 2 and 3 or working towards.
- Paediatric first aid.
- Children's safeguarding.
- Caring and compassionate nature.
Further Information
Interviews will take place on the evening of Thursday 16th July. Only cvs received by email will be considered.
- Vacancy ID
- 1775225
- Job Sector
- Childcare and Social Work
- Area
- Derry or Londonderry
- Location
- Maghera
- Salary
- To be discussed
- No. vacancies
- 1
- Contract Type
- Temporary
- Weekly hours
- 30
- Published date
- 19/06/2026
- Closing date
- 10/07/2026
- Worktime
- To be discussed. Ideal start time of 8:15am, one day will be until 3pm.