Early Learning Coordinator

North Belfast
£20,278.80 per annum (£13.00 per hour)
30 hours per week
Term-time contract (39 weeks worked, paid for 43 weeks including annual leave, salary paid over 52 weeks)

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established community-based family support organisation for an experienced Early Learning Coordinator.

This role is responsible for coordinating and overseeing high-quality, play-based early years programmes for children aged 0-3 years, supporting staff development, maintaining childcare standards, and working closely with families and partner agencies to ensure positive outcomes for children.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support early years programmes for children aged 0-3.
• Provide supervision and support to childcare staff.
• Promote high-quality play-based learning and development.
• Monitor and maintain childcare standards and compliance.
• Work collaboratively with families, health professionals, and external agencies.
• Assist with staff training, development, and programme planning.
• Support safeguarding processes and attend relevant meetings where required.

Essential Criteria

• QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Care, Learning and Development (CCLD) Management Pathway, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years' paid experience working with children aged 0-3 years.
• Minimum 2 years' experience managing staff within an early years setting.
• Knowledge of current childcare legislation and best practice.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.

Desirable Criteria

• BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies.
• Supervisory Management qualification.
• Experience within Programme for 2 Year Olds (Pf2Y) settings.

Apply Now