Preschool/Childcare Assistant and General Assistant

JobStart Scheme; Ballyclare; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local preschool in Northern Ireland is seeking a Preschool/Childcare Assistant to work with young children aged 2-4. The role involves planning educational activities and creating a fun, safe environment. Ideal candidates should have experience working with children and be team-oriented. This position offers up to 25 hours per week with the potential for additional hours. Training opportunities may be available.

Qualifications

• Previous paid childcare experience is desirable.
• Willingness to undertake training as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and stimulating environment for children's learning.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities for children.
• Record observations and support children's individual learning.
• Support children with additional needs.
• Prepare snacks and participate in daily housekeeping.

Skills

Experience working with children

Ability to work in a team

Flexibility

Ability to lift equipment

Education

Childcare Level 2 or 3 qualification

Job description

Preschool/Childcare Assistant and General Assistant

THE EMPLOYER IS: LITTLE BLOSSOMS PRESCHOOLDo you enjoy working with young children - bringing a sense of fun into every moment?Can you create moments of joy that bring wonder and awe to children as they learn?We are looking for someone to join our Little Blossoms family which offers 2-4 years old the opportunity to grow, learn and develop through play-based activities.If you are someone who will join the children in all activities and not be afraid to get a little messy. If you can switch from being a builder to the baker or artist, runs races, sing songs, dance silly and drink pretend tea, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Working within a team to provide a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn through fun, engaging activities supporting early years’ development.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities for children both indoors and outdoors.
• Record observations for key children, and support learning for children on an individual basis.
• Support children with additional needs, contributing to PLP’s if needed.
• Collect and drop off children from other settings as needed.
• Prepare snacks for the children.
• Build positive links with parents, carers and the wider community to build good relations.
• Contribute to all daily housekeeping schedules.
• Take part in all staff training, staff meetings and inspections, as required.
• Perform general administrative duties including preparing and completing paperwork on the computer/tablet, helping with the social media account etc.
• Ensure policies and procedures are followed.
• Help with fundraisers, parents’ evenings, and other events outside normal working hours.
• Other duties may be required; this is not an exhaustive list.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience working with children.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Flexibility within role and the ability to cope with changing needs and demands of the setting.
• Ability to lift equipment as and when needed.
• Willing to undertake training (this may include hours outside normal working hours)
• Previous paid childcare experience.
• A childcare Level 2 or 3 qualification is desirable but not essential.

Further Information

The Employer is: LITTLE BLOSSOMS PRESCHOOLJobStart 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.

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 16 Nov 2025