- Reference number: 23259
- Job Title: Early Years Practitioner
- Location: Horizon Surestart
- Contract type: Permanent
- Hours: 20 hours per week (Term Time – Monday – Thursday 9.00am – 2.00pm)
- Salary: £26,666.00 (FTE) (£12,309.60 pro rata)
- Closing Date: 28 July 2026
- Interview Date: TBC
Horizon Sure Start are recruiting an Early Years Practitioner for our 2‑3 year old Programme based in Sunnylands Primary School Carrickfergus.
20HPW Monday – Thursday 9.00am – 2.00pm
HorizonSure Start supports families with children under the age of 4 living in the Sure Start wards of Carrickfergus and Larne.
We have a multi-disciplinary team. we aim to improve the ability to learn by encouraging stimulating play and improving language skills.
We’re looking for enthusiastic, compassionate, and committed individuals who want to make a genuine impact in children’s early years and wants to work closely in a team to offer the developmental programme to children aged 2 and 3.
About the Role
- Supporting the Developmental Programme for 2–3-Year-Olds, running three 2.5-hour sessions weekly (September–June)
- Building trusted relationships with families, including conducting home visits
- Running parents workshops and stay and play sessions monthly
- Promoting positive play, early learning, and social development
- Key worker to 4 children and their families
- Recording, observations and planning
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the highest standards of care
Essential Criteria
- NVQ Level 3 or above in Childcare
- Demonstrable experience of working with children 0-4 in a pre-school setting
- Experience communicating effectively with parents/carers regarding children's needs
- Full, current driving licence and access to a car (business insurance required).
- Applicants with a disability preventing driving may provide evidence of alternative mobility arrangements.
Applicants must demonstrate how they meet the Essential criteria when completing the application form to secure an interview.
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