Early Years Family Group Worker

We are Hiring!

Home Start East Antrim family support charity,  has been at the heart of the community for over 24 years, providing support to parents with children under 5, when they need it the most. Based in our main premises in Carrickfergus we work on an outreach basis across Carrickfergus, Larne and Newtownabbey with a small friendly staff team who work alongside our dedicated volunteers and Board of Trustees.

Join our team!

We are looking for an Early Years Family Group Worker, who can offer their experience and enthusiasm to our work. If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of local families then we would love to hear from you.

Early Years Family Group Worker

As our Early Years Family Group Worker you will work directly with parents and their pre-school children, at our community-based group sessions, delivering a varied programme of interactive activities and family support approaches.

If you are interested in the post and would like to have a chat about the role, contact Kelly Taylor, Scheme Manager on 02893328875

Role: Early Years Family Group Worker

Location: Home-Start East Antrim main office in Carrickfergus and outreach at community locations – own transport required (mileage provided).

Hours: 18 hrs per week, Mon – Thur (term-time option available if preferred) 

Fixed term contract until May 2027

Salary: NJC Scale 3, Point 5-6 starting at point 5, £23,500 (pro-rata) £12.21 per hour

Application Closing Date: Thursday 24th October 12 Noon

Interview Date: Interviews will take place on Monday 28th October 2024