Join Early Years the organisation for young children as Driver

Location:Fermanagh Early Years Children and Family Centre

Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 12:00pm to 4:00pm

Tenure:Permanent

Salary:NJC Scale, Point 3 (£24,027) per annum pro rata

Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in early childhood education? Do you believe in the power of play to unlock potential? Be part of our team and help shape the futures of children by fostering growth and learning through purposeful opportunities.

At Early Years, we are committed to fostering growth for both the children and our staff. Joining means an opportunity to enhance your skills, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with a team that upholds dedication, compassion, and excellence in early years care and education.

In return, Early Years provides a comprehensive rewards package, including a competitive salary, 36 days of annual leave (pro-rata), inclusive of statutory/public holidays, a contributory pension scheme, options to purchase additional leave, and access to healthcare schemes.

The role

As Driver you will safely transport children to and from the daycare centre, to nursery school/school, and other scheduled activities, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.

We’re looking for people who:

At the closing date have:

Essential criteria

At the closing date applicants, must have:

Qualifications & Licences

• Full, clean UK or EU driving licence (appropriate category for the vehicle used Category D1 for minibuses, if applicable).
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

Experience

• At least 5 years driving experience post-licence.
• Experience of working with, or providing services to, vulnerable groups (e.g., children, older people, adults with disabilities).

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of road safety, Highway Code, and safe transport practices.
• Ability to plan safe and efficient routes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to complete basic vehicle checks (oil, tyres, fuel, etc.) and report faults.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
• Patient, calm, and able to deal with emergencies or unexpected situations.
• Respectful, with a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Legal & Compliance

• Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Access N check.

Desirable criteria

Qualifications

• Category D1 for minibuses.
• First Aid certificate.
• Manual Handling training.

Experience

• Previous employment as a driver in a care, education, or community setting.
• Experience in assisting passengers with mobility needs

Knowledge & Skills

• Familiarity with safeguarding procedures in a day care or care setting.
• Ability to complete simple records/logs (mileage, fuel usage, journey records).

Special Conditions

• Willingness to undertake job-related training as required.
• Must maintain appropriate appearance and conduct in line with the organisations values.

To find out more about the role and to apply, visit our website by clicking the Applybutton below.

Theclosing date for receipt of completed applications is Tuesday 14 October 2025.

For shortlisted applicants it is anticipated that interviews will take place on Monday 20 October 2025.

Early Years is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing flexible friendly working conditions. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in the Organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups.

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Driver category D1 early years part-time charity