Nursery assistant

BLACKDOWN CHILDRENS DAY NURSERY; Wellington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

BLACKDOWN CHILDRENS DAY NURSERY is seeking a dedicated nursery assistant to join a busy team in the Baby Room (3 months to 24 months). The role runs 4 to 5 days a week, Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm with an hour lunch break.

The successful candidate will contribute to the care, development and daily routines of our young children while working to high standards. Candidates should ideally have Level 2/3 in childcare or be willing to learn, demonstrate flexibility, teamwork and a good sense of

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children is desirable.
• Ability to learn and follow guidance from staff and management.
• Willingness to work in a nursery environment with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide the highest level of care for children attending the nursery.
• Identify and meet the needs of each child.
• Establish positive working relations with children, staff and parents.
• Assist with planning and delivery of the EYFS.
• Take charge of a key group of children.
• Set up and put away activities.
• Assist with daily cleaning routine.
• Liaise with other staff and parents.

Skills

Team player

Good communicator

Flexible

Attention to detail

Education

Level 2/3 in childcare

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our dynamic, dedicated, professional and ever growing team here at Blackdown.

A Level 2 or 3 in child care is preferred for this position. But not essential.

Only those with the highest standards and commitment to working in a nursery environment need apply.

The successful candidate will be joining a highly motivated and friendly team they will benefit from the knowledge, guidance, training & support of the Proprietor, Manager and other staff members

in return for your professionalism and loyalty.

This role will be working in our brand new Baby Room (3mths-24mths)

Will be 4 to 5 days a week, between Monday & Friday 8am to 6pm (one hour lunch Break)

We are open all year round except for Bank Holidays & a weeks break at Christmas.

Purpose of the job

• To provide the highest level of care for children attending the nursery
• To ensure the needs of each child are identified and met
• To provide positive working relations with children, staff and parents
• To assist with the planning and delivery of the EYFS
• To take charge of a key group of children
• To help set up & put away activities
• To help with the daily cleaning routine
• To liaise with other staff and parents

The successful candidate mustBe well presented, friendly, flexible & in good health, with a good sense of humourBe willing to learnBe a team player, with the ability to work alone and as part of the teamBe a good communicatorHave the ability to produce and keep recordsBe committed to equal opportunities and have an understanding of religious & cultural diversity