Nursery Nurse, Band 3 - Little Apples Nursery
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Level 3 Full and Relevant for Early Years for a Band 3 Nursery Nurse for candidates that have a passion to work with children based in Little Apples Nursery, Cheltenham. Working shifts between 7am - 6pm.
Come and work in our team, many of whom have been with the nursery since the early days. Be part of an important and high-profile organisation offering the best NHS childcare.
The ideal candidate will be flexible, approachable and have plenty of energy and enthusiasm. With a passion for childcare, you will bring your experience and ideas to our friendly and welcoming team.
Main Duties of the Job
1. Meeting the diverse needs of children aged 3 months to 5 years.
2. To manage time effectively to complete additional duties such as planning and completing developmental records.
3. Meeting the needs of the parents/guardians acting professionally, compassionately and consistently in day-to-day and sensitive situations.
4. To ensure the requirements of Early Years Foundation stage and all other regulatory bodies are met at all times.
5. To adhere to the nursery policies.
6. To actively promote good working practice and hold a high regard for the delivery of quality, flexible childcare ensuring that the nursery provides a safe, hygienic, caring and stimulating environment for children and parents, promoting positive play experiences at all times.
7. To work as part of a team and support/guide Nursery Assistants and Students ensuring that they are encouraged to reach maximum potential.
8. Actively promote diversity both in relation to childcare provision generally and in the nurseries, ensuring that a culturally sensitive environment is maintained.
9. Considerable flexibility is required to meet the changing needs of the children.
10. To be a key holder and when required open or close the nursery.
11. At the discretion or in the absence of the Management team be responsible for administering prescribed medication or children's paracetamol.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full and Relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualifications
* Paediatric First Aid
* Child Protection
* SEN training
Experience
* Working with children aged 0 - 5 Years
Knowledge/Skills
* Knowledge of EYFS
* Caring for children aged 0 - 5 years
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 Name
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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