Early Years Content Development Specialist (Project Worker Qualified) – Dublin 8 – Part-Time (22.5 Hours) & Fixed Term Contract
Barnardos National Office, Christchurch Square, Dublin 8 / Hybrid
Why work at Barnardos?
Are you a purpose driven individual who is passionate about making a difference and helping some of society’s most vulnerable children? At Barnardos, we pride ourselves on delivering impactful services that make a difference to the lives of children and families across Ireland.
We believe that childhood lasts a lifetime. As trauma informed specialists our core purpose is to provide the necessary support for children to overcome childhood adversity, embedding a trauma informed ethos and practice into every service we provide.
What we can offer you:
As an Early Years Content Development Specialist, we appreciate the value of your time when providing essential services, that’s why we have the necessary support structures and network in place that will allow you to make a real impact on the lives of children across Ireland. We also offer the following:
- Barnardos offers a competitive salary – recognising the experience you bring to the role
- Generous annual leave entitlements plus discretionary Company days
- Employee pension scheme with employer contribution/ Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Access to regular trauma informed support, supervision, training and many other professional development opportunities
- Tax saver and bike to work schemes in operation
- Access to the Employee Assistance/Wellbeing programme for employees and their immediate family members
What’s the Role and Service?
We are seeking a skilled and creative Early Years Content Development Specialist.
What does our Early Years Service do?
The Early Years Content Development Specialist will use their skills as part of Barnardos Early Years Learning and Development Team to create and develop high-quality content for publications, eLearning modules, and training workshops delivered nationally. Thus supporting quality provision in early learning and care, school-age childcare and childminding settings.
What will my day to day look like?
In this role, You will be responsible for the following:
- Research and develop content for publications, digital learning platforms, and training materials.
- Collaborate closely with the Publications Coordinator, Project Leader, and the Training Coordinator to ensure content is aligned with learning objectives and best practice.
- Ensure all materials reflect quality early years frameworks such as Aistear and Siolta and are inclusive and engaging.
- Contribute to the development of training workshops for early years educators, school-age educators, and childminders
- Assisting and working in collaboration with the early years learning and development team on projects as required
What experience do I need?
A minimum of 2 years’ experience, comprising:
- 1 year post-qualification experience, and
- 1 year prior qualification experience working with vulnerable children and families
Do I need a qualification?
Yes, to be considered for this role you will hold a recognised third level practice qualification[1] (minimum Level 7 on the NFQ, Course content should include relevant student placements) in one of the following:
- Early Childhood Care and Education / Social Care / Education / Social Work / Youth Work or related discipline (Nursing, Psychology, Early Years’ Education).
Additional information:
Full driving licence and access to the use of a suitably insured car essential.
The post-holder is initially assigned to work at Early Years Development service, Dublin city, and hybrid but may be required in the future to work in other locations in the Dublin area in line with organisational needs.
Barnardos is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Application Procedure
Download your application form
Shortlisting will apply (please note, CVs are not accepted on their own, candidates must complete and submit our application form through Barnardos website).
Candidates who are moved to the 2nd stage of our Recruitment process are required to complete a medical questionnaire and the E-Vetting process. References will also be taken up at this stage.
Vacancy Details
LOCATION
Barnardos National Office, Christchurch Square, Dublin 8 / Hybrid
Employment Type
Fixed Term Contract, Part-time, 22.5 Hours per week
Salary
€22,803 - €35,247 (this is the pro-rata salary for 22.5hrs)
Contact Person
Closing Date
Interview Date
TBC