Early Years Practitioner
Quick answer
Action for Children is hiring a part-time Early Years Practitioner in Waterside, Londonderry, paying £13.45 per hour to support the development of children aged 0-4.
- Role
- Early Years Practitioner
- Organization
- Action for Children
- Location
- Waterside, Londonderry, Northern Ireland
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £13.45 per hour
- Category
- Education & Training
- Apply by
- 2026-06-29
The role
Action for Children is seeking two Early Years Practitioners to join the Waterside SureStart service in Londonderry. The role involves supporting the development of children aged 0-4 through creche programs, educational play sessions, and home visits. Practitioners will collaborate with families and local agencies to ensure children reach their developmental milestones. This permanent, part-time position focuses on providing essential early support to vulnerable children and their families.
What you'll do
- Support children's personal, social, emotional, and cognitive development in creche settings.
- Monitor and assess children's progress using standardized tools.
- Deliver group-based play sessions and conduct home visits.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with children and their families.
- Collaborate with professionals to plan and deliver individual and group services.
What it takes
- Minimum Diploma Level 2 in Childcare or equivalent.
- Experience working with children under 4 years old.
- Thorough understanding of Child Protection and Safeguarding.
- Access to a car for travel requirements.
- Excellent communication and engagement skills.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution, life assurance, flexible family leave packages, and staff discounts including Blue Light Card eligibility.
Frequently asked questions
Is this role remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position located at the Waterside SureStart service in Londonderry, Northern Ireland.
What is the compensation for this role?
The role pays £13.45 per hour for a 30-hour work week.
What are the core qualification requirements?
Candidates must hold at least a Diploma Level 2 in Childcare, possess experience working with children under 4, and have a strong understanding of safeguarding.
How and when should I apply?
Interested candidates should apply through the organization's portal by the closing date of June 29, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Action for Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
This listing is aggregated from a third-party source and its summary may be auto-generated, so details can be inaccurate or out of date. ForGood is not the employer and is not liable for the content — please verify everything on Action for Children's official posting before applying.