Job Title: Nursery Assistant Trust: Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Location: 3 Locations-Slough, Maidenhead & Reading Pay Rates: Starting from £12.08 per hour Shift Patterns: Full Time 7:30am-18:00pm or Part Time on either 7am-10am or 15:00pm-18:00pm Are you someone with a passion for childcare? Do you thrive in providing exceptional care and nurturing young minds? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BHFT) have multiple opportunities available for Nursery Assistants to join their fast-growing team at either of the following locations: Jack In The Box nursery based in Slough, Kiddies’ Cabin nursery based in Maidenhead and Little Dragons nursery based in Reading. All the nurseries are managed by BHFT enabling the nurseries to have strong partnerships within the trust which includes all nursery staff having 12 hour Paediatric First Aid training which is refreshed every three years. There is also training available at all nurseries to ensure high level of care for the children, compliance with regulations and that staff regularly update their knowledge of childcare and education. You would be working with a team of hard-working individuals who are passionate about providing a stimulating, friendly and caring environment for the children. If this is of interest to you, we would love to hear from you We are looking for individuals who can work full time or part time on a temporary basis for a minimum of 3 months to join the NHS Professionals Bank. There may be an opportunity for this to be extended. We are open to candidates from all experiences, ranging from Apprentices to Graduate Nursery Nurses. More details about the duties of the job are listed below: · To provide the best possible care and stimulation for the children of the nursery meeting their physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs in a non-discriminatory manner. · To work in partnership with parents and encourage their involvement in the aims of the nursery and in all aspects of their child's care. · To provide and maintain records as necessary and appropriate, in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework. · to attend training courses, to ensure that modern, innovated and forward looking practices are maintained and to allow for personal career development. · To assist in the daily domestic management of the nursery; ensuring that the nursery is kept safe, secure and clean at all times. What you’ll need: · NVQ 2 in childcare or equivalent · An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage · A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection · Good written and verbal communication · Flexible approach to hours if required The benefits we can offer you in return: Putting People in Places to Care - be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life. Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly. · Blue Light Card - NHS Discount Provider First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies. · Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time. Working options to suit your lifestyle - being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements. Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSP’s own academy. Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience. Being part of the NHSP Community means you’ll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more. Who are NHS Professionals? NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements. Apply Today By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.