Childcare Worker

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local childcare provider in Belfast is seeking a Childcare Worker to support the care and development of pre-school and primary-age children. The role involves assisting with play-based learning, promoting positive behaviour, and ensuring a safe environment. Applicants should have experience working with children, strong communication skills, and be willing to undertake training. This role offers up to 25 hours of work per week and is ideal for those looking to make a difference in children's lives.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow safeguarding and behaviour management policies.
• Experience working with children in relevant age groups.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures in childcare.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise preschool and primary school-aged children.
• Deliver engaging play-based activities to encourage learning.
• Maintain a safe and clean childcare environment.

Skills

Safeguarding and child protection awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Understanding of child development

Record-keeping skills

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: WINDSOR WOMEN'S CENTREThe Childcare Worker will support the care, safety, and development of pre-school and primary-age children in a nurturing and inclusive environment. The role involves assisting with play-based learning activities, supervising children during indoor and outdoor play, supporting routines such as snacks, toileting, and transitions, and promoting positive behaviour.The childcare worker helps ensure a safe, clean, and stimulating setting, follows safeguarding and health and safety procedures, and works as part of a team to support each child’s wellbeing and development.The postholder is not required to hold a childcare qualification but must be willing to undertake relevant training while in the role and follow guidance from senior staff.This role will be subject to an enhanced Access NI Disclosure check as it involves working closely alongside children’s services and with vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• To work with preschool and primary school aged children in a registered childcare setting.
• Child Development Awareness: To have an understanding of how children grow and learn at different stages, and how to support their social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development through age-appropriate activities.
• Safeguarding and Child Protection: To keep children safe by following safeguarding procedures, recognising signs of concern, and reporting issues appropriately in line with policies and legislation.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Build effective communication with children, parents/carers, and colleagues, including listening to children’s needs and supporting positive relationships.
• Activity Planning and Play Facilitation: Support and deliver engaging play-based and recreational activities that encourage learning, creativity, and inclusion for different age groups.
• Behaviour Support and Positive Guidance: Promote positive behaviour, set clear boundaries, and support children’s emotional regulation using age-appropriate and consistent approaches.
• Health, Safety, and Hygiene Practices: Maintain a safe and clean environment, including food hygiene, infection control, and risk awareness during play and daily routines.

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to follow policies relating to safeguarding, confidentiality, and behaviour management.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively.
• Ability to follow routines while remaining flexible.
• Basic record-keeping skills (e.g. attendance, incident notes).
• Experience working with children of relevant age groups (e.g. under 5s / school-age, as applicable).
• Understanding of child development, play, and age-appropriate activities.
• Ability to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Understanding of health and safety in a childcare setting.

Further Information

The Employer is: WINDSOR WOMEN'S CENTREJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1755466 Job Sector Childcare and Social Work Area Belfast Location Belfast Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 2 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 20/01/2026 Closing date 02/03/2026 Worktime Between Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm