Job summary Join Our Nursery Talent Pool We are looking to build a talent pool for future Nursery Assistant and Nursey Nurse roles. If you are a qualified Level 2 or 3 Assistant/Nursery Nurse or hold an equivalent qualification, we would love to hear from you. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, experience working with children with special needs, and a passion for creating engaging, enriching activities. Why join our Talent Pool? Stay informed: our Talent Acquisition team will share relevant job opportunities with you as they arise. Locations : Jack in the Box, Slough Kiddies Cabin, Maidenhead Little Dragons, Reading Working hours: We open from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday and closed between Christmas and New Year. The team work on a rota basis for 37.5 hours per week. Career development: we will offer a supportive environment for personal and professional development. The Talent Acquisition team specialise in recruiting for specialist and hard-to-fill roles. However, they may not manage every vacancy. For a full list of available positions, please visit our website. https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/vacancies. Main duties of the job Band 2: To provide the best possible care & stimulation for the children in meeting their physical, intellectual, emotional & social needs in a non-discriminatory manner To work in partnership with parents & encourage their involvement in the aims of the nursery & in all aspects of their childs care To provide & maintain records as necessary and appropriate, in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework To attend training courses, to ensure that modern, innovated & forward looking practices are maintained & to allow for personal career development To assist in the daily domestic management of the nursery; ensuring that the nursery is kept safe, secure & clean at all times. Band 3: Encouraging all areas of the childrens development within Early Years Providing a stimulating, friendly & caring environment Demonstrating good practice with regards to special needs & inclusion, working with the nursery and area SENCO as appropriate Being a key carer carrying out all related responsibilities in building relationships with a small group of children and their families Working with Early Years and other professional teams to continuously improve the quality of childcare & education & to learn about current developments in childcare practice and policy Foundation Stage (EYFS) with the appropriate activities, play opportunities & actions through imaginative play & innovative programming Compiling & maintaining development records on children and report to Team Leader at agreed intervals About us Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust isa specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated outstanding by the CQC, were committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, were committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: Caring for and about you is our top priority. Committed to providing good quality, safe services. Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: Flexible working options to support work-life balance. 27 days annual leave rising with service opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities Cycle to Work and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave. Free parking across Trust sites Date posted 14 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 to £26,958 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 371-TAP-CSO105/371-TAP-CSO92 Job locations Little Dragons 57-59 Bath Road Reading Berkshire RG30 2BA Kiddies Cabin St Marks Hospital, 112 St Marks Road Maidenhead Berkshire SL6 6DU Jack in the Box Upton Hospital, Albert Street Slough Berkshire SL1 2BJ Job description Job responsibilities Band 2 : The must haves for this role: NVQ 2 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the qualification finder section of www.education.gov.uk An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. Band 3 : The must haves for this role: NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the qualification finder section of www.education.gov.uk An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. Job description Job responsibilities Band 2 : The must haves for this role: NVQ 2 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the qualification finder section of www.education.gov.uk An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. Band 3 : The must haves for this role: NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the qualification finder section of www.education.gov.uk An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Band 2: NVQ 2 in childcare or equivalent qualification Band 3: NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification Person Specification Qualifications Essential Band 2: NVQ 2 in childcare or equivalent qualification Band 3: NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Address Little Dragons 57-59 Bath Road Reading Berkshire RG30 2BA Employer's website https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)