Job Description

The Aghadowey Preschool Playgroup is committed to delivering excellent outcomes for children. We pride ourselves on running a setting where children are happy, safe and able to reach their potential. Our staff team are the most important resource we have to ensure that this happens. We want staff who are child centred and willing to go the extra mile to make sure that our children fulfil their potential.

The Assistant should support the Leader in ensuring that there is a safe, caring and welcoming environment for children and their families.

Responsibilities

To ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children placed in the Day Nursery. Help ensure that the playroom is appropriately laid out before the session commences and is tidied up after the session ends. The Assistant will ensure good standards of hygiene are followed and that equipment is safe and regularly checked as recommended in DHSSPS guidelines. Attend and participate in all staff meetings and assist in planning and preparation Carry out regular observations and make an assessment of each child's needs within the group and plan daily to meet these needs. Help provide and take part in all the group's activities. Take part in special events and group outings. Encourage parental involvement. Listen to, encourage, enable and stimulate the children and ensure their safekeeping. Attend relevant evening meetings and courses as directed by the leader or committee. Course fees may be considered by the management for approved training. Advise the Leader of any matter requiring attention. Such as concerns about a child or equipment needing repair/replacement. Keep strictly confidential any personal information regarding the children, their families or other staff learnt as part of the job. Such information must not be passed on unless it is in the interest of a child.
The list of responsibilities above is not exhaustive and the Assistant may be expected to take on other reasonable duties as assigned by the Preschool Playgroup Leader.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

QCF Level 2 Diploma in Child Care, Learning and Development or Playwork One year previous work experience with young children aged 2-4, paid or voluntary work. Ability to identify problems and refer to leader. Ability to work as part of a team. Ability to relate well to children and their parents/carers. Ability to lift children and equipment when required. Willingness to attend evening meetings and training. Proficient IT skills. Specific play skills. An understanding of child development and the importance of parental involvement. Friendly, caring, helpful, open-minded.

DESIRABLE

QCF Level 3 Diploma in Child Care, Learning and Development or Playwork. First aid skills. Music/art/craft skills. Ability to contribute to setting planning.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 06/11/2025