Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
* To work within and contribute to the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust's First Steps Nursery team to create an environment which fosters and nurtures the development of children under the guidance of the Nursery Manager/Deputy Manager and Early Years Educators.
* To assess, plan, implement and evaluate care and development of children who attend First Steps Nursery.
* To assist in the management and organisation of work as required.
* Assist on the delivery of high-quality care and education at First Steps to ensure children achieve the best possible outcomes.
* To form part of the development of staff knowledge and skills in caring for children.
* To contribute to the development of high standards of care and education for children and their families, providing feedback as necessary and taking positive steps toward implementing necessary change.
* To ensure current practice and care at First Steps Nursery reflects standards as outlined in the Trust's Safeguarding Policies alongside the Devon Safeguarding Children Board Procedures and to be able to engage with specialist safeguarding services as and when necessary.
* To give support to all other Childcare Services provision as required.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
Job responsibilities
As an Early Years Educator, your busy day will include assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care and development of the children who attend First Steps Nursery to ensure they achieve the best possible outcomes, in addition to providing feedback to parents / carers and taking positive steps toward implementing necessary change.
The working day is extremely rewarding and involves both child and adult led learning opportunities with the children. Examples of these activities include sharing stories, dressing up, messy play, games and above all, instilling a sense of fun!
With a National Diploma in Early Years Childcare, you would need to demonstrate good people skills, a knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements and a strong desire to develop professionally.
All current practice and care by the staff at First Steps Nursery reflects standards as outlined in the Trust's Safeguarding Children Policy, alongside the Devon Safeguarding Children Board procedures, whilst our Early Years Educators will also engage with specialist safeguarding services as and when necessary.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. 08:00 - 18:00 across 4 days per week (Monday to Friday). Full time and part time hours will be considered for this role.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Rachel Berriman, Nursery Manager on 01392 405858
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
Person Specification
General Requirements
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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
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
185-63303-9362
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