Nursery Nurse

Sodexo; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Nursery Nurse to provide exceptional care and education for pre-school children in a unique setting. This role involves collaborating with health professionals and supporting parents, ensuring a nurturing environment for children. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 2 childcare qualification and have a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Working with this forward-thinking organization not only offers a competitive salary but also a range of benefits, including retirement plans and employee discounts. Join us to make a difference today!

Benefits

Retirement plans

Shopping discounts

Gym discounts

24/7 employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a childcare environment is essential.
• A Level 2 childcare qualification is required, working towards Level 3.

Responsibilities

• Support team members and participate in decision-making processes.
• Coordinate with outside agencies such as health visitors and doctors.

Skills

Good communication skills

Experience in a childcare environment

Knowledge of EYFS

Education

A Level 2 childcare qualification

Working towards Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

HMP Peterborough is recruiting a dedicated and caring Nursery Nurse to provide safe, high-quality education and care for pre-school children. The role includes supporting visiting health professionals, students, parents, pregnant prisoners, and MBU officers.

The ideal candidate will:

• Support team members and participate in decision-making processes
• Liaise with and support parents regardless of their status
• Be flexible with working practices within the prison and nursery, including domestic duties
• Collaborate with management and team members on the mother and baby unit to uphold Sodexo's beliefs and project philosophies
• Coordinate with outside agencies such as health visitors, doctors, and volunteers
• Record accidents and observations following Sodexo and OFSTED guidelines
• Maintain confidentiality of all received information
• Complete 4-week and ongoing 8-week care plans with mothers, children, and MBU management
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are met

For more details, please see the attached job description.

The successful candidate should have:

• A Level 2 childcare qualification, working towards Level 3
• Knowledge of EYFS
• Experience in a childcare environment
• Good communication skills

The package includes a salary of £24,570 per annum. Working with Sodexo offers numerous benefits, including retirement plans, shopping discounts, gym discounts, and a 24/7 employee assistance programme.

Join us and be part of something greater. Apply today!