Development Officer
About Us
PlayBoard is the leading agency for the promotion, development, and delivery of play in Northern Ireland. Our vibrant organisation is at the forefront of shaping the future of children and young people’s play opportunities and experiences.
- Do you have the drive and passion to support children and young people?
- Do you believe in the power of play to unlock potential?
- Do you want to help children and young people thrive and reach their full potential?
If so, this is the role for you!
We are seeking an enthusiastic and resourceful Development Officer to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. If you have a passion for working with people, helping them through challenging situations, and a willingness to train and learn on the job, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Role
As the Development Officer, you will report to the Regional Coordinator for School Age Childcare and play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of PlayBoard’s Bright Start programme. Your responsibilities will include:
Providing School Aged Childcare funded projects and where necessary, their Management Committees, with support that will develop and improve their organisational capacity in achieving and maintaining quality standards as per the Minimum Standards for Childminding and Daycare specifically, as they apply to out of school hours services.
What We’re Looking For
To excel in this role, you should have:
- A level 5 qualification in Playwork or Childcare
- Proven experience in managing a childcare, afterschool or children’s services setting.
- Proven experience of leading on or being directly involved in the annual HSCT Inspection Process against the Minimum Standards for Childminding and Daycare specifically, as they apply to out of school hours services.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- A genuine interest in play and its impact on children and young people.
What We Offer
Salary: SO1 pts: 23-25 (£30,151-32,076)
Hours of work: The successful candidate will be required to work 34 hours per week.
PlayBoard would be open to exploring other working arrangements.
At PlayBoard, we offer more than just a job – we offer the chance to make a real impact. Joining our team means:
- Working in a supportive, vibrant environment dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Full range of family leave and well-being support.
How to Apply
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Completed applications and an equal opportunity monitoring form must be received no later than 2pm Monday 28th April 2025.
Join PlayBoard and help us unlock the potential of children and young people through the power of play!