Level 3 Practitioner

JOBS 925; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Nursery Nurse in London. Responsibilities include caring for children, preparing activities, and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate should have experience in child care, a good understanding of health and safety legislation, and the ability to work within established policies and procedures. This role offers a competitive pay rate depending on qualification and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in child care environment required.
• Understanding of Health and Safety legislation is essential.
• Ability to work within policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the care and supervision of children.
• Plan and prepare activities for children's individual needs.
• Mentor Nursery Assistants and Students effectively.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Child care supervision

Job description

Overview

Pay Rate - Depending on Level of Qualification and Experience (Will be discussed with Manager)

Responsibilities

• The Nursery Nurse is responsible to the Manager and Deputy Manager.
• Duties will include adhering to the Policies & Procedures of Nursery and compliance with the Children Act, Health and Safety legislation and within the guidelines of Ofsted and the EYFS.
• Ensuring confidentiality is maintained in the nursery.
• Working as part of a team.
• The care and supervision of the children with regard to their physical, emotional and intellectual needs.
• The planning and preparation of activities, to meet children's individual needs, liaising with parents and negotiating working targets ensuring effective communication within the nursery.
• Offering all children equal opportunities with regard to their religious persuasion, racial origins, gender, disabilities, cultural or linguistic background; in particular, challenging situations where racism or discrimination is displayed.
• Keeping of development records and observations.
• Positive management of children's behaviour.
• Preparation, care, cleanliness and maintenance of the playrooms and equipment.
• Supervision and effective mentoring of Nursery Assistants and Students.
• Providing a good role model for Nursery Assistants and Students and helping new staff to fit into the nursery.
• Keeping and monitoring accident, incident and risk assessment records.
• Supervision of meals and mealtimes and, where appropriate, preparation of babies' bottles.
• Laundry duties.
• Attendance of staff meetings as arranged by the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager.
• Participating in regular parents' evenings, publicity, open weekends and children's outings.
• Any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the Deputy Manager and Manager.