SEN Pre-School Assistant

The 1:1 Assistant should give support to the child with Special needs and provide a stimulating and varied programme of play in conjunction with the Pre-School Curriculum as followed by the setting.

• Assist other staff and ensure overall safety and wellbeing of the 1:1 child and other children.
• Assist in implementing the standards set down by Early Years, Social Services and Education Authority who provide funding for PSEP places.
• The 1:1 Assistant should promote the child's learning and development while engaging in varied activities.
• Carry out observations and record assessment of the child as directed by the Leader.

• Level 3 Childcare qualification or above.
• Experience of working as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience of maintaining confidentiality within the workplace.
• Experience of working on a 1:1 basis.
• SEN training/qualification.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Curriculum.
• Have current Child Protection & Paediatric First Aid Training.

Any offer of employment is subject to clearance of an Access N.I. Enhanced Application. It should be noted that disclosure of a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining this position. Rathfriland Pre-School has a policy in place regarding the recruitment of ex-offenders and complies with the Access N.I. Code of Practice.

Vacancy  Job  Job Sector Childcare and Social Work Area Co Down Location Rathfriland Salary To be confirmed No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 16 Published date 30/01/2026 Closing date 18/02/2026 Worktime 9am to 12pm Monday to Friday; plus 1 hour paperwork/preparation time weekly.

Area:
All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 13 Feb 2026