Unit Head

Little Kidz by Kidz Montessori; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A local childcare provider in Derry/Londonderry is seeking a Unit Head for the preschool room to manage 15 children and support the current manager. Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate activities, ensuring children's personal care needs are met, and maintaining good communication with parents. The ideal candidate holds a Level 5 Child Care qualification and has at least 2 years of experience in the childcare industry. This temporary position offers 40 hours a week, with a salary of £28,911.96 annually.

Benefits

Paid breaks

Flexible work shifts

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years experience within the child care industry.
• Good communication skills with parents, staff, and children.
• Experience with music, baking, and sports activities for children.

Responsibilities

• Help and support the current manager.
• Plan and organise activities for preschool children.
• Carry out children's personal care needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Activity Planning

Teamwork

Personal Care

Education

Level 5 Qualification or above in Child Care

Job description

Unit Head of Pre-school room - 15 children - plan and carry out age appropriate activities for the room.To support the manager and carry out managerial task e.g. supervisions, paperwork, show rounds etc.

Responsibilities

• Help & Support current Manager.
• Plan and organise activities for preschool children.
• Good communication skills to talk to parent's current and new.
• Work as part of a team within a busy nursery.
• Carry out children's personal care needs.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must hold Level 5 Qualification or above in Child Care.
• Must have at least 2 years experience within the child care industry.
• Good Communication Skills with Parents, Staff & Children.
• Music, Baking, Sports activities that can be carried forward to do with the children.

Further Information

Covering Maternity Cover - up to at least 1 yearWorking 4 days per week between Monday to Friday 10 hour shifts e.g. 7.15am - 5.15pm or 8.15am - 6.15pm3 paid breaks - 15minute in the morning & afternoon and 1x30 minute lunch time.Nursery based in the grounds of Altnagelvin hospital.

Vacancy ID 1753776 Job Sector General Management,Childcare and Social Work Area Derry or Londonderry Location Derry/Londonderry Salary £28,911.96 per annum. No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 40 Published date 12/01/2026 Closing date 26/01/2026 Worktime See further information.

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