Community Child Development Officer
(Ref: E/CCDO/B/925)
Job details:
· Hours: 35 hours per week
· Salary: £23,769.20 per annum
· Contract: Fixed term until March 2026
· Location: Belfast/Lisburn/Newtownabbey
Job Background:
The Community Child Development Officer will support the delivery of community-based programmes, with a particular focus on early years and children's services. This role involves engaging with families, facilitating child-centred activities, and working in partnership with local agencies to enhance outcomes in health, education, income, and employment.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
· Work alongside the Community Child Development Lead, following their leadership and guidance to ensure the effective delivery of programmes and services.
· Build, strengthen, and sustain relationships within communities to support identified needs, such as school readiness and after-school support.
· Identify service users in need, provide home visits, offer signposting, and facilitate (or assist in facilitating) targeted group sessions for children and parents.
· Deliver engaging, age-appropriate play and learning opportunities that support children's development in safe and welcoming environments.
Essential Criteria:
· Minimum of QCF Level 3 Child Care qualification or equivalent
· 1 years paid/unpaid experience working in an early years or child development setting
· GCSE English and Maths and Grade C or above
· Experience of planning and facilitating groups
· Ability/commitment to work flexible hours as required (including evenings and weekends)
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Package
· Hold a full and current driving licence valid in the UK with access to a car and business insurance on appointment
For more information, or a full job description/person specification, please contact the Human Resources Department Tel: or email:
Application packs with full job description are downloadable from where there is also the option to apply online.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is:
Tuesday 7th October 2025 at 12pm
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: £23,769.20 per year
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 07/10/2025