Job summary Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a fun, safe environment for children?We'relooking for a dedicated Nursery Assistant to join our vibrant team atRainbow Day Nursery, based at The Annexe,Torbay Hospital.TQ2 7BA. We are looking for an individual to join our team with a passion for early childhood educationand withpreviousexperienceand knowledge of working with children from 0-5 years in a groupsetting. This vacancy is for 30 hours, Monday to Friday (6 hours per day). You will be work across the nursery with all age groups as and when needed, to meet the requirements of the service. The nursery is open all year round; shift times will vary and fall within the opening hours of the nursery which is 6.45am - 6.00pm. You will have a sound knowledge of theEarly Years Foundation Stage(EYFS),have effective communication skills and be able to work collaboratively in a large team. You should have an excellent knowledge of child development, safeguarding and be able todemonstratea high levelof practice and knowledge with children. Apply today and be a part of shaping the future Please note to be successful in this role youwill need to hold a minimum Level 3 Recognised Early Years Qualification in accordance with Government guidance- https://www.gov.uk/guidance/early-years-qualifications-finder. Main duties of the job Support the nursery nurse team in engaging with young children aged between 3 months to 5 years through active engagement and learning through play Foster a caring atmosphere by ensuring every child feels valued and included Assist with daily routines, from snack time to nap time, keeping things smooth and enjoyable CareToJoinUsTSD About us Rainbow Day Nursery is the workplace nursery for Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, based atThe Annexe near Torbay Hospital. We work in an integrated way with allied health care professionals within the locality and are a motivated and caring team to both patients and colleagues. As such you will be part of a large team, the nursery team are highly valued and have opportunities to progress and undertake regular training. Working pattern: Our services are open 52 weeks of the year, Monday to Friday between 06:45am and 18:00pm. To meet the demands of our workplace nursery setting, you will work a variety of shifts to achieve your core hours. Work-life balance is important to us, as such our service is not open on Weekends or Bank Holidays, and you are also entitled to a one-hour lunch break Upon joining our warm and welcoming team, you will have opportunities for personal growth through training and workshops. During your onboarding experience, we will support you whilst during your continuous professional development by enrolling you on to safeguarding children, and Paediatric First Aid training. There will also be opportunities to undertake bitesize training sessions and workshops throughout the year Why work with us? Browse our online interactive booklet to learn more. Date posted 19 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year per annum (pro rata) Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 388-6998469-NMC Job locations Rainbow Day Nursery The Annexe Torbay Hospital Torquay TQ2 7BA Job description Job responsibilities Our people are caring, committed, inclusive and focused on quality. We focus on solutions and peoples strengths. If you share our values and vision and are passionate about working with people on what matters to them, you could be a real asset to our Torbay and South Devon Team.CareToJoinUsTSD For more information, please see our combined job description and person specification form for full details. Job description Job responsibilities Our people are caring, committed, inclusive and focused on quality. We focus on solutions and peoples strengths. If you share our values and vision and are passionate about working with people on what matters to them, you could be a real asset to our Torbay and South Devon Team.CareToJoinUsTSD For more information, please see our combined job description and person specification form for full details. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ3 Early Years Care and Education or equivalent Childcare Qualification Desirable First Aid Knowledge and Experience Essential Sound knowledge of the needs of children from 0 - 5 years Proven relevant experience of working with children from 0-5 years in a group setting. To work in partnership with parents and colleagues Sound knowledge of safeguarding procedures Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ3 Early Years Care and Education or equivalent Childcare Qualification Desirable First Aid Knowledge and Experience Essential Sound knowledge of the needs of children from 0 - 5 years Proven relevant experience of working with children from 0-5 years in a group setting. To work in partnership with parents and colleagues Sound knowledge of safeguarding procedures 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 Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Address Rainbow Day Nursery The Annexe Torbay Hospital Torquay TQ2 7BA Employer's website https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)