Hours: Vacancy One: 37 hours (all year round) – working on an 8am to 6pm shift pattern
Contract: Permanent
Location: Little Owls Swarcliffe
Are you interested in a career in childcare? Little Owls nurseries are currently recruiting for nursery assistants.
Little Owls is a great place to progress in your childcare career and many of our nursery assistants move on to become managers. We support staff to learn and progress by offering regular training.
We are committed to the ambition of Child Friendly Leeds. We want Leeds to be a city where all children are safe, happy and healthy, do well at school, fulfil their potential and grow up to be active citizens with voice and influence.
About the role
As a nursery assistant based in one of our Little Owls nurseries you will be part of a great team and will deliver a high standard of care which meets the individual needs of the children. It is rewarding work, as well as energetic and at times challenging.
You will:
* Provide high quality care and education for all children and support for families
* Observe and monitor children’s development and contribute to reports of their progress
* Liaise with and provide professional advice to parents, social workers and health visitors
About you:
We are looking for qualified, enthusiastic, adaptable candidates with personal qualities to care for and develop young children. You must have:
* excellent communication and listening skills
* ability to safeguard and motivate children and sustain their interest in play activities
* ability to write reports and plans to document children’s learning, development and wellbeing to the required standard
We expect the following experience and qualifications:
* minimum of level 2 qualification in childcare.
Benefits:
* a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
* membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
* a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
* a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further
How to apply
Apply for this job online. Read our guidance for further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application.
If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please contact:
Applications received are assessed for shortlisting every two weeks. We hold interview panels regularly to fill ongoing vacancies in our nurseries.
Please be aware that successful applicants will be employed by LCC and not a particular centre and could be asked to work at any of the city wide Little Owls Nurseries.
Safeguarding Commitment: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Diversity Commitment: We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds and the communities we serve.
Employment Conditions: All new Leeds City Council appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period.
Right to Work: This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK.
Job Description
Job purpose
Under the general direction of the Manager and senior staff, the Nursery Assistant role is to work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care which meets the individual needs of the children.
Responsibilities
* To provide high quality care and education for all children and support for families.
* To provide a broad and balanced Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.
* To observe and monitor children’s development and contribute to written reports of their progress.
* To maintain client confidentiality.
* To liaise with and provide professional advice to, parents, social workers and health visitors.
* To report any injury or accident.
* To understand and operate the policies and procedures for the administration of medication.
* To report any suspicious or suspected non-accidental injury.
* To support student placements.
* To participate in and provide training and development activities.
* To comply with the requirements of all Leeds City Council policies.
Qualifications
It is an essential requirement of this post that the post holder should hold a minimum of a relevant Level 2 qualification as defined by the Sector Skills Council for Childcare.
Personal specification
Essential requirements: The candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities.
Skills required
* Able to communicate with a wide range of people.
* Ability to safeguard children and support them to develop their resilience.
* Able to motivate children through positive role modelling.
* Able to work as part of a team.
* Able to listen and accept instructions.
* Able to write reports and plans to document children’s learning.
Knowledge required
* A minimum of a relevant Level 2 qualification.
* GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.
* Knowledge of current legislation, policy and guidance relating to the work of Sure Start Children’s Centres.
Experience required
* Experience of working with children and/or families.
* Experience of work in a nursery or childcare environment.
Behavioural and other characteristics required
* Committed to continuous improvement.
* Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council’s Equality and Diversity Policy.
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