Early Years Assistant (Bank Staff)

Foyle Womens Aid

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

Job description

We are seeking warm, caring, and enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about supporting children and families in a nurturing environment. This is a bank staff position, with 4 hour shifts from 9am to 1pm, offered on an as and when required basis.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality care and support to children attending Centre-based activities. Help run our Crèche facilities day-to-day in a safe, child-focused environment.
  • Create stimulating, educational, and fun play sessions using creativity and imagination. Promote positive childcare and parenting practices.
  • Work closely with mothers, building positive relationships and ensuring open communication. Support Centre events, outings, and parenting sessions.
  • Maintain records and uphold health & safety standards at all times.
  • Please visit https://foylewomensaid.org/recruitment/ for full job details.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Experience working with children in a childcare or early years setting. Warm, approachable, and professional manner. Knowledge of Health & Safety in childcare environments.
  • Flexibility to work as required (bank staff). Commitment to confidentiality, equality, and safeguarding. Must complete an Access NI check and Fit Persons assessment.
  • Please visit https://foylewomensaid.org/recruitment/ for full job details.

Further Information

Please note, from the 1st April 2026, the following new minimum wage rates will apply: 16-17 £8.00, 18-20 £10.85, 21 plus £12.71 per hour.’

Vacancy ID
1782991
Job Sector
Childcare and Social Work
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Derry/Londonderry
Salary
See Further Information.
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
8
Published date
20/08/2026
Closing date
25/09/2026
Worktime
9am - 1pm, days to be confirmed.

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