Toybox Project Worker

Early Years - the organisation for young children; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood education organization in Belfast is seeking a Toybox Project Worker to improve early years development for Traveller and Roma children. This role involves engaging directly with families to foster developmental play opportunities. Candidates should have an NVQ Level III in Early Years Care and significant experience working with children. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, including flexible working hours and generous leave provisions.

Benefits

36 days of annual leave (pro-rata)

Contributory pension scheme

Access to healthcare schemes

Qualifications

• 2 years previous experience working with young children.
• Experience working with or in support of Traveller, Roma, or ethnic minority groups.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Project Manager and Toybox team to improve early years’ development.
• Take a mobile play resource to families to encourage child development through play.

Skills

NVQ Level III in Early Years Care and Education or equivalent

Experience working with young children in various settings

Full driving licence and access to a car

Understanding of diversity and inclusion issues

Education

BA in Early Years Childhood Studies or equivalent

Job description

6c Wildflower Way, Belfast, Co. Antrim, BT12 6TA United Kingdom

Toybox Project Worker Early Years Headquarters, Belfast Full Time NJC Scale 5, Point 12-17 (£27,711-£30,060) per annum pro rata

Join Early Years – the organisation for young children as Toybox Project Worker

Location: Belfast
Base:Early Years Headquarters, Belfast, BT12 6TA

Hours: 37 hours per week, hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support work life balance and individual needs

Tenure: Fixed Term until 31 January 2027

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

As Toybox Project Worker you will work with the Project Manager and the Toybox team to improve the early years’ development and educational opportunities for Traveller and Roma and Minority Ethnic children aged 0-4. This will involve a ‘hands on’ approach taking a mobile play resource to families (whether living on Traveller sites, at the roadside or in settled accommodation) and working with them to encourage their child’s development through play.

We're looking for people who:

• An NVQ Level III in Early Years Care and Education or equivalent.
• Two years previous experience working with young children in a variety of settings, including community development settings.
• A full driving licence and access to a car is essential for this role. We will consider reasonable adjustments for candidates who are unable to meet this requirement due to a disability.
• BA in Early Years Childhood Studies or equivalent.
• Experience working with or in support of Traveller, Roma or ethnic minority groups or other experience that brings understanding of diversity and inclusion issues.

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.

For shortlisted applicants it is anticipated that interviews will take place Friday 16 January 2026.

Please note that your CV will only be used to support your application in assessing employment history.

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

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Location Early Years Headquarters, Belfast

Salary NJC Scale 5, Point 12-17 (£27,711-£30,060) per annum pro rata