Nursery Assistant

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated nursery practitioner to join their team in providing exceptional childcare. This role involves planning engaging educational activities and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment for children aged 4 months to 8 years. The successful candidate will have a minimum NVQ Level 2 in Childcare & Education and experience with young children. Join a supportive and caring team that prides itself on delivering outstanding services to the community and enhancing the lives of families in East Sussex. If you are passionate about early childhood education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Childcare & Education required.
• Experience working with children under 5 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering high-quality childcare and education.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate educational programs.
• Communicate effectively with children and parents.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Flexibility in working hours

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Childcare & Education

Job description

First Steps Nursery is a purpose-built NHS workplace nursery for staff working for East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. A new facility opened onsite at the Conquest Hospital in January 2022, providing full-day care for 56 children aged 4 months to 8 years.

We are seeking to recruit a nursery practitioner to complement our experienced team.

The successful candidate must hold a minimum NVQ Level 2 in Childcare & Education (or equivalent) and have experience working with children under 5 years old.

Additionally, candidates should demonstrate a good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, be effective communicators, and show flexibility in working hours to support our service's needs.

The role involves assisting the management team in delivering high-quality childcare and education in a safe, caring, and stimulating environment. Responsibilities include planning educational activities, maintaining child-to-staff ratios, and following Ofsted and Trust policies.

You will plan, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate educational and play programs, providing engaging play opportunities and interacting positively with children.

Other duties include setting up rooms with toys and furniture for accessibility, communicating effectively with children to enhance language and learning, and sharing detailed updates with parents/carers about their child's day.

You will work within the nursery's behaviour management procedures when discipline is required.

We pride ourselves on providing 'Outstanding' care and being a great place to work.

Our services support over half a million people in East Sussex, delivered by more than 7,000 staff across hospitals, community sites, and homes. In 2020, the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, with 'Outstanding' ratings for caring and effectiveness. The Conquest Hospital and our community services are rated 'Outstanding', while Eastbourne DGH is rated 'Good'.

Our 'Building for our Future' programme aims to enhance our hospitals' environment for future generations.

For more information or to arrange an informal visit, contact:

• Name: Nicola Sullivan
• Job Title: Lead Childcare Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]

Feel free to reach out to Nicola Sullivan for an informal discussion about the role.