EARLY YEARS WORKER*JOB DESCRIPTIONNorthside Family Resource Centre's Sunshine Childcare Service and Riverside Early Childhood Centre continue to develop and promote good practice, with the child as the focus of all we do. Working with the Early Years Management Team, theEarly Years Worker*will have responsibility for the day-to-day care and education of children attending the service.The main duties and responsibilities of theEarly Years Workerare as follows:ChildcareDay to day responsibility for the children including their physical and developmental care.Participate in the planning, implementation of activities / programmes appropriate to individual and group needs.Implement Siolta and Aistear toolkit.Use own initiative and imagination to continually update programmes and activities.Review and evaluate.StaffWorking as part of a staff team to ensure delivery of a quality programme for children.Support the smooth running of staff timetables, rotas, breaks, etc.Support the day-to-day running of the service.Childcare FacilityBe responsible for cleanliness of the designated area.Ensure that all equipment and resource materials are properly maintained.Take responsibility for maintaining the highest standards in relation to health, hygiene, and safety on a day-to-day basis.Share responsibility for areas of general use.ParentsWith Early Years Coordinator and Team Leader liaise with parents in relation to children's progress.Involve parents in aspects of the service and work co-operatively with them.Disseminate relevant information and literature to parents.PoliciesBe familiar with and implement all childcare policies and procedures.Implement Child Protection Policy - being vigilant for signs of non-accidental injury, sexual abuse, neglect and social, emotional and development delay, reporting immediately any and every aspect of concern to the Designated Liaison Person.Observe all procedures as required in terms of care and control, safety, and good childcare practice.Ensure relevant others (students, volunteers, parents, and visitors) are made aware of and adhere to all policies and procedures.Training / NetworkingContinually support the update and renewal of early years practice and procedure by being open to own learning and development, identifying and completing relevant coursesParticipate in child-related courses, talks and workshops as requested by managementParticipate in team building, staff training and development sessions of Family Resource Centre*Other Relevant Responsibilities As Identified By Management.Terms of EmploymentJob Title:EARLY YEARS WORKERName Of Employer:Northside Family Resource CentreAccountability*The Early Years Worker is an employee of the Board of Management of Northside Family Resource Centre.The Early Years Worker reports to the Team Leader and Early Years Manager on a daily basis. Final responsibility rests with the Board of Management through the CEO.Hours of WorkThere are both Full-Time and Part Time opportunities available. The hours of work are typically Monday to Friday where the worker is available between 08:00 and 18:00. Family Friendly working arrangements will be considered including reduced working hours; term time. The Early Years Worker will be expected to be flexible about morning, evening and weekend work for which overtime will not be paid but time-off-in-lieu will be granted. The contract offered is permanent following successful completion of the probationary period. A six-month probationary period will apply. This role is subject to continued funding.SalaryThe salary scale starts at €28,800 commensurate with experience and qualifications per annum pro rata (based on 39-hour week).ConfidentialityThe Early Years Worker will be expected to observe confidentiality at all times in relation to the business of the Family Resource Centre.HolidaysTwenty-five days per annum pro rata plus public holidays and two Company Days.Garda VettingIn accordance with The National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Acts2012 to 2016, E-vetting will be a requirement for the successful candidate.EARLY YEARS WORKERPerson Specification*ESSENTIALEXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE*Experience of working with children aged between 0-6 years (work placements will be considered)DESIRABLEExperience of being employed in an Early Years Setting.Experience of working in a community setting.Understanding childcare regulationsVolunteer work with children and/or young peopleLocal knowledge*ESSENTIALSKILLS AND ABILITIES*Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to relate to young children.Ability to play and be playfulDESIRABLEAble to relate to parentsEDUCATION AND TRAINING*ESSENTIAL*Minimum of QQI Level 5 in childcare (ELC Certificate) or equivalent.DESIRABLEQQI Level 7 in ECCE or equivalent.PERSONALITYPatient, kind, fun loving and outgoing.Nurturing approach to relationships with children seeking attunement with the child and their needsVALUESFlexible with regard to working hoursShowing a deep respect for people from diverse backgroundsSupportive and non-judgmental of families.*How To Apply:PleaseDO NOT*send your CV. Only completed application forms completed in the next section will be accepted for shortlisting. Please completed your application before 12pm on Friday 19th September 2025. Informal enquiries can be directed to Alison Dore or Northside Family Resource Centre is an Equal Opportunities employer.