Nursery Assistant - Full-Time, Training & Progression

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust; Rother; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS pension

Auto-enrolment to Temporary Workforce

Onsite nurseries

Staff restaurants

Accommodation

Occupational Health

Employee Assistance Programme

Onsite parking

Job summary

First Steps Nursery, part of East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, is seeking an enthusiastic Full-time Nursery Assistant for up to one year maternity cover. The role involves planning and delivering age-appropriate education and play, ensuring safety and high standards within our NHS nursery environment.

Candidates should hold a minimum NVQ Level 2 in Childcare & Education (or equivalent) and demonstrate knowledge of EYFS, strong communication skills, and flexibility in working hours to support

Qualifications

• Hold NVQ Level 2 in Childcare & Education (or equivalent).
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Flexible and effective communicator with parents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist management in providing high-quality childcare in a safe, caring and stimulating environment.
• Plan and evaluate education/play programmes appropriate to children aged 4 months to 8 years.
• Maintain child-to-staff ratios and follow NHS Trust procedures and policies.
• Communicate daily with parents/carers with concise information about their child.

Skills

Effective communication

Flexibility

Play-based learning

Childcare & Education requirements

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Childcare & Education

Job description

First Steps Nursery, part of East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, is seeking an enthusiastic Full-time Nursery Assistant for up to one year maternity cover. The role involves planning and delivering age-appropriate education and play, ensuring safety and high standards within our NHS nursery environment.

Candidates should hold a minimum NVQ Level 2 in Childcare & Education (or equivalent) and demonstrate knowledge of EYFS, strong communication skills, and flexibility in working hours to support