Nursery Assistant

HealthJobs4U Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent childcare organization in the United Kingdom is hiring a full-time Nursery Assistant. This role requires a Level 3 Childcare qualification and entails working with children in a safe and nurturing environment. Personal qualities such as honesty, reliability, and the ability to build excellent relationships are essential. Staff benefits include 33 days of paid time off per year, a generous pension scheme, and access to school facilities. Ideal candidates should be passionate about childcare and demonstrate excellent attention to detail.

Benefits

28 days' paid holiday

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Free access to swimming pool and gym

Free lunch during school session

Limited free parking

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 3 qualification required in Childcare.
• Flexible and reliable in attendance.
• Excellent relationships with children and parents/carers.

Skills

Understanding of safe working practices

Understanding of child development

Ability to work methodically

Ability to maintain documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

The Lodge Day Nursery is Ipswich School's Outstanding Day Nursery - as confirmed by Ofsted, we offer Outstanding childcare provision in all areas.

We work in partnership with families to ensure each child feels safe, secure and has plenty of opportunities to discover new adventures, learn, grow, and thrive. Situated close to Ipswich School, near Christchurch Park, The Lodge is easily accessible in the heart of Ipswich.

Our attractive buildings offer bright, spacious rooms, a large garden and outdoor environment. We have four age ranges: Discoverers, Explorers, Adventurers and Pre School and children move on to the next stage at the appropriate time, but when they are ready. Our specially designed rooms provide the perfect environment for each age range and children always have regular access to our spacious garden and outdoor areas. Our Pre-School room has a full-time qualified teacher during term-time.

Nursery Assistant

Requirements

• Level 3 Childcare qualification
• This is a full time post (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday), with a shift pattern between 7:00am and 6:00pm

Personal qualities

• We are looking for someone who is honest, reliable and flexible.
• You should be able to build excellent working relationships with children, parents/carers and colleagues within the Nursery.
• You must have the ability to attend for work punctually and be well presented.
• You must demonstrate excellent attention to detail.
• You must, of course, enjoy working with children.

Skills and Abilities

• You should have an excellent understanding of safe working practices in relation to childcare.
• Have an excellent understanding of child development.
• Have the ability to work methodically and prioritise your own workload.
• Have the ability to maintain up-to date, accurate and detailed documentation.
• Have the ability to work as part of a team and also on your own initiative.

Staff Benefits

• 28 days’ paid holiday each year (including bank holidays) plus a further 5 days as paid time off when the nursery is closed in August (one day) and at Christmas (4 days), giving a total of 33 days’ paid time off each year
• Pension scheme with generous employer contribution (10%) and death in service cover
• You will be able to use the School’s swimming pool and fitness gym free of charge and you will have a free freshly prepared lunch each day in School (when the school is in session). We also have (limited) free parking available for staff.
• Oppurtunity to develop further qualifications