BGNAW11SF Nursery Assistant (Level 3 Qualified)

North London Nannies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nursery school is seeking a passionate Nursery Assistant to join their team. In this full-time role, you will support children aged 2.5 to 5 years, ensuring their individual needs are met through a well-planned curriculum based on the Early Years Foundation Stage. Your expertise in child development and safeguarding will be essential as you foster a nurturing environment where children can thrive. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young learners while working collaboratively with a dedicated team of professionals. If you are committed to excellence and creativity in early childhood education, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care is essential for this role.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding practices required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver an inclusive curriculum tailored to children's needs.
• Ensure high standards of care and education for children aged 2.5 – 5 years.

Skills

Knowledge of EYFS

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Child Development Assessment

Safeguarding and Child Protection

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development

First Aid Training

Job description

BGNAW11SF

Location: Notting Hill

Nursery Assistant (Level 3 Qualified)

A well-established Outstanding Nursery School in Notting Hill is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and self-motivated Assistant to work with a team of Assistants for children aged 2.5 – 5 years. The nursery pride themselves on excellence, joy, learning, creativity, respect, inspiration and community. If you are looking to commit to a long term position and have excellent knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum then apply today!

Salary: £18,000 (min) depending on experience

Hours of Work: Fulltime – Monday 8am to 5pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:15am to 5pm

Start Date: September 2021

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development.
• First Aid training is desirable.

Purpose of role

• To be responsible for the planning and delivery of an inclusive curriculum suitable to meet the children’s individual needs.
• To ensure a high standard of physical, emotional and social care and education for the children.
• To implement the Early Years Foundation Stage and ensure all the children’s individual needs are met and all areas of development are encouraged through play.
• To observe and assess children’s development and keep accurate record of their achievements.

Key Requirements

• Detailed knowledge and understanding of the EYFS is essential.
• Knowledge of Ofsted guidelines and Welfare requirements is essential.
• A detailed understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection is essential.
• Considerable relevant experience of the age range 2.5 – 5 years is desirable.
• Knowledge of the key person systems and record keeping is desirable.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and their parents.
• Ability to communicate and work in partnership with families and carers.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration qualities.
• Good written and verbal skills for report writing, maintaining child records and providing feedback to parents/carers and colleagues.

Description

To be responsible for the daily management of the allocated room by implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage philosophies, values and policies. Work with parents/carers of all children to achieve full integration in the setting. Foresee the needs of all children and give physical, emotional, intellectual guidance as appropriate.

Lead and support a small team of Nursery Practitioners and encourage engagement. Maintain good communication skills within the team and ensure practice is reviewed on a regular basis. To actively promote and support the safeguarding of children and young people in the workplace, ensuring that all staff and volunteers observe setting policies and procedures to keep children safe from harm.

Additional requirements

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a Disclosure and Barring Enhanced Disclosure will be undertaken on successful applicants before an appointment is confirmed. This role is strictly subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS and references obtained prior to commencement of employment.

Reference ID: BGNAW11SF

Expected start date: 01/09/2021

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £18,000.00-£18,500.00 per year