At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with complex disabilities in a fun and engaging environment.
- Company: Join Sense, a passionate organisation dedicated to empowering disabled individuals.
- Benefits: Earn £13.00 per hour with flexible hours and ongoing development opportunities.
- Other info: We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working on your own schedule.
- Qualifications: Level 2 Childcare qualification required; experience in childcare is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 13 - 13 £ per hour.
Could you help a child discover what they're truly capable of, on hours that work for you? Here at Sense, we support people with complex disabilities to live the life they choose. We now have opportunities for Casual Children's Services Assistants to join our team in Jordanstown, working on a relief basis with flexible hours to suit you; Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, at £13.00 per hour.
You'll be part of a dedicated team working across our Children's Nursery and After School Club, supporting children with complex disabilities and complex needs. No two days are the same; one moment you might be helping a child learn a new skill, the next supporting them to connect with others in the way that works best for them. It's a role where your presence genuinely matters.
A minimum Level 2 Childcare qualification (or equivalent) is essential for this role. We are looking for someone who is:
- Warm, patient, and genuinely passionate about working with children
- Positive and caring, with a can-do attitude
- Committed to empowering children to live full, fulfilling lives
- Experienced in a childcare setting (desirable)
- Able to use British Sign Language, or keen to learn, with training and support provided (desirable)
- Willing to attend training and develop in the role
This role might include supporting children with:
- Learning new skills and building confidence
- Personal care and hygiene
- Making sense of their environment and accessing their community
- Medication and wellbeing
- Communication in the way that works best for them
- Their social life and behaviour
Benefits
- Free ACCESS NI check
- On-going development opportunities
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
About Sense: Sense is here to break down barriers alongside disabled people with complex needs. That's why we're committed to increasing the number of disabled people working across our organisation and creating an environment where everyone can thrive. We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our vacancies and believe that a diverse range of perspectives, experiences and talents makes us stronger.
We know there's always more we can do to become a truly inclusive employer, and we're working together to achieve that. Join us and help create the change thousands of disabled people with complex needs and families told us they want to see: a world without limits. Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced ACCESS NI check.
For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
Closing Date: 27/08/2026
Casual childrens services assistant in Newtownabbey employer: Sense
At Sense, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values compassion and community engagement. Our supportive work culture fosters personal and professional growth, offering training opportunities in British Sign Language and other essential skills. Located in the picturesque town of Whitland, Carmarthenshire, we provide a fulfilling environment where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with deafblindness while enjoying the beauty of the local area.
