Nursery Assistant - FTC

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Slough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company within the healthcare sector, Jack in the Box Day Nursery is seeking a full-time Nursery Assistant to provide essential care and education for children. This role involves creating learning opportunities, supporting developmental reviews, and working in partnership with parents in a welcoming environment. Applicants must possess a Level 2 qualification in Childcare and demonstrate a strong understanding of child protection standards.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days’ annual leave

Generous NHS pension scheme

Learning and career development opportunities

'Cycle to Work' scheme

Wellbeing tools and services

Discounts at retailers and restaurants

Inclusive staff networks

Generous leave policies

Free parking

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 2 qualification in Childcare.
• Good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Support care and engagement of children aged 6 months to reception.
• Maintain high standards of care in a stimulating environment.
• Assist with developmental reviews and daily activities.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Safeguarding

Communication

Education

Level 2 qualification in Childcare

Job description

Nursery Assistant

Fixed Term - Maternity Cover

Who Are We

We are Jack in the Box Day Nursery located within Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We pride ourselves on nurturing a positive and supportive environment for our children, and we are looking for a Nursery Assistant, Level 2 qualified to join us on a full-time basis.

Working Hours

We are open Monday to Friday, from 7:30am to 6:00pm, closed on Bank Holidays and during the Christmas and New Year period. Our team works on a rota basis, covering 37.5 hours per week typically 7.5 hours per day.

Your Role

As a Level 2 Nursery Assistant, you will support the team in caring for and engaging a group of children, providing daily care and activities, while also assisting with developmental reviews. We offer care and education for children aged 6 months through to their transition to reception. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of care and creating learning opportunities in a safe, stimulating environment, all while supporting the Early Years Foundation Stage.

What We Need

You must hold a minimum of a full and relevant Level 2 qualification in Childcare. A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, as well as strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection, is essential.

Applications for this role will be considered on a first come first serve basis and we may close the vacancy early if the right candidate is found.

• To provide the best possible care and stimulation for the children of the nursery meeting their physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs in a non-discriminatory manner.
• To work in partnership with parents and encourage their involvement in the aims of the nursery and in all aspects of their child’s care.
• To provide and maintain records as necessary and appropriate, in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework.
• To attend training courses, to ensure that modern, innovated and forward looking practices are maintained and to allow for personal career development.
• To assist in the daily domestic management of the nursery; ensuring that the nursery is kept safe, secure and clean at all times.
  
  

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our Values At Berkshire Healthcare Are

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
  
  

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites
  
  

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Carly Byrne Job title: Nursery Manager Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01189044636