Creative Development Worker

Join Early Years the organisation for young children as Creative Development Worker Location: Dungannon and Coalisland SureStart Hours: 25 hours per week Tenure: Permanent Salary:NJC Scale 5, Point 12-17 (£27,711-£30,060) per annum pro rata Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in early childhood education? Do you believe in the power of play to unlock potential? Be part of our team and help shape the futures of children by fostering growth and learning through purposeful opportunities. At Early Years, we are committed to fostering growth for both the children and our staff. Joining means an opportunity to enhance your skills, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with a team that upholds dedication, compassion, and excellence in early years care and education. In return, Early Years provides a comprehensive rewards package, including a competitive salary, 36 days of annual leave (pro-rata), inclusive of statutory/public holidays, a contributory pension scheme, options to purchase additional leave, and access to healthcare schemes. The role The Creative Development Worker will work closely with the Play Development Team Leader, our Artist-in-Residence and the wider SureStart team to ensure all programmes maximise opportunities for children to enhance their creative and imaginative play. We're looking for people who: At the closing date have: Essential criteria At the closing date applicants, must have: 1. An NVQ Level III in a Creative Arts related discipline or in Early Care and Education. 2. Two years experience working with young children gained in a group based early years setting. 3. Excellent knowledge of child development in particular the benefits of creative play. Desirable criteria 1. A pass level degree in a Creative arts discipline or Early Childhood Care and Education. To find out more about the role and to apply, visit our website by clicking the Applybutton below. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Wednesday 7 January 2026. For shortlisted applicants it is anticipated that interviews will take place on Thursday 29 January 2026. Early Years is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing flexible friendly working conditions. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in the Organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups. Skills: childcare creative arts art part-time Education charity