Job Description

Join Early Years - the organisation for young children as Administrator

Location:

Newry Sure Start

Hours:

30 hours per week

Tenure:

Permanent

Salary:

NJC Scale 4, Points 7-11 (25,584-27,269) per annum pro rata

Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in early childhood education? Do you believe in the power of play to unlock potential? Be part of our team and help shape the futures of children by fostering growth and learning through purposeful opportunities.

At Early Years, we are committed to fostering growth for both the children and our staff. Joining means an opportunity to enhance your skills, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with a team that upholds dedication, compassion, and excellence in early years care and education.

In return, Early Years provides a comprehensive rewards package, including a competitive salary, 36 days of annual leave (pro-rata), inclusive of statutory/public holidays, a contributory pension scheme, options to purchase additional leave, and access to healthcare schemes.

The role

The Member Services Administrator will work as part of Newry Sure Start Team to provide efficient and efficient administration and reception support for the Newry Sure Start Project and its service users. They will write, publish, update and respond to all online platforms including Newry Sure Start website, social media and email marketing platforms.

We're looking for people who:

At the closing date have:

Essential criteria

At the closing date applicants, must have:

1. NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) in the field of Business Administration.

2. Two years previous experience of working in an professional office environment.

3. Advanced knowledge of the following Microsoft Packages Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

4. A full current driving licence enabling the holder to drive in NI and have the use of a vehicle for official purposes or have access to a form of transport that will enable the candidate to meet the requirements of the post in full.

Desirable criteria

1. Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration

2. Some professional knowledge and hand on experience in business communication and the strategic use of social media platforms

To find out more about the roles and to apply, visit our website:

https://hr.moorepay.co.uk/hr/recruitment/job/985ec6e03e7a1d7f96ecf0566e8b1a6b/47605

The

closing date

for receipt of completed applications is

Thursday 31 July 2025.

For shortlisted applicants it is anticipated that

interviews

will take place on

Thursday 14 August 2025.

A reserve list may be held for a period of up to six months for the same or similar roles - if this applies to you, we'll let you know via email.

Should you need to contact us, please use the following methods:

Email:

monitoringofficer@early-years.org

Phone:

028 9038 7905

Early Years is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing flexible friendly working conditions. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in the Organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,584.00-27,269.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/07/2025
Reference ID: 25-56