Early Years Classroom Support Assistant

Education Authority; Belfast City District; Presencial; GBP 26.000 - 27.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Education Authority in Northern Ireland requires a Nursery Assistant to support a designated class under the guidance of the teacher. The role involves assisting with learning activities, preparing materials, and promoting a safe, caring environment for children aged in a nursery setting.

The post emphasises health and safety, safeguarding, and collaboration with staff and parents. Prior qualifications or placement experience in early years are essential, with a pro rata salary around

Formación

• Essential criteria include a Level 2 qualification (Certificate or Diploma) in a relevant area, or 12 months’ experience in a formal learning environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of health and safety, child development, and safeguarding.
• Ability to plan, organise, follow systems, work in a team, communicate effectively, and maintain confidentiality.

Responsabilidades

• Support the teacher in planning, preparing and displaying children’s work.
• Assist with learning indoors and outdoors, clarifying instructions and helping children use resources.
• Promote positive behaviour and a safe environment; assist with toileting and personal care as needed.
• Provide supervision and basic first aid, observe progress and report concerns to the class teacher.
• Attend in-service training and participate in staff meetings.

Conocimientos

Planning & organising

Teamwork

Communication

Confidentiality

Empathy

Solution-focused

Educación

Level 2 qualification in Nursery/related area

Descripción del empleo

Education Authority in Northern Ireland requires a Nursery Assistant to support a designated class under the guidance of the teacher. The role involves assisting with learning activities, preparing materials, and promoting a safe, caring environment for children aged in a nursery setting.

The post emphasises health and safety, safeguarding, and collaboration with staff and parents. Prior qualifications or placement experience in early years are essential, with a pro rata salary around