Early Years Assistant

To work as part of a team caring for the daily needs of children within the Early Years Services in a variety of settings. To support the delivery of a safe, caring and welcoming programme for children and their families.

• To ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care and education for children within the Early Years Setting and or the Programme for 2 Year Olds or Amigos After School.
• To work within the Line Management system and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Resource Centre Derry, Shantallow Community Support Partnership and Sure Start Shantallow.
• To maintain accurate and up to date records as required by the policies and procedures of the Resource Centre Derry, Shantallow Community Support Partnership and Sure Start Shantallow.
• To work as part of a team which demonstrates positive role modelling and promotes positive patterns of behaviour and respect for one another.
• To share responsibility in providing a safe, secure and healthy environment, which enables access to productive play activities, which are child centred.
• To assist in implementing a daily routine which addresses the individual needs of children using a variety of play and learning opportunities.
• To operate within a key worker system observing, reviewing and evaluating the child’s progress, maintaining systematic records to inform planning.
• To assist with the preparation of children’s records and reviews for parents, including transition forms to other agencies.
• To work in partnership with parents/carers ensuring a welcoming environment that supports their role and understanding of the care and education of their child(ren), including those with additional needs.
• To undertake any other duties deemed necessary within the scope of the position held.

• QCF Level 3 Children’s Care, Learning and Development or equivalent.
• 6 months experience in a formal early years setting in a paid, voluntary or training/placement capacity
• 1 year experience in a formal early years setting in a paid capacity