Play Development Assistant

To work with children 1.5 to11 year olds with the aim of promoting positive parent-child relationships.

To implement programmes, methods and approaches which stimulate, enhance and develop children's educational, social and emotional development.

To ensure the service and facility is available in a friendly and open atmosphere to all the children and parents.

To implement the Clan Mor Sure Start programme.

To work within the adopted policies and procedures of the providers.

• To provide high quality Play and Development facilities for children.
• To support the emotional, social and educational development of children in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Maintain service to required high standards.
• To plan and support age-appropriate activities that encourage learning through play to meet individual and group needs in conjunction with Co-ordinator Supervisor and team members.
• Assess, observe, monitor and record children’s development in line with Early Years Foundation Stages (EYFS).
• Work alongside specialists to aid development of children.
• To continuously improve childcare skills through training and reflective practice.

• Childcare qualification at QCF Level 3 equivalent in childcare, Learning and Development or a relevant occupational qualification (as stated by Daycare Minimum Standards).
• 2 years' experience in a childcare setting.
• Knowledge of Sure Start.

Please post completed application to:

Administrator Divis Joint Development Committee Frank Gillen Centre1a Cullingtree RoadBelfastBT
12 4JT
or email to:

Vacancy  Job  Job Sector Childcare and Social Work Area Belfast Location Belfast Salary £13.00 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Permanent Weekly hours 34 Published date 22/01/2026 Closing date 10/02/2026 Worktime Monday to Thursday 9am to 4:30pm, Friday 9am to 1pm