Nursery Nurse

Toad Hall Nursery Group; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off or Christmas shopping

Company Bonus Scheme

Long service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 &

Annual Christmas party for all Toad/H1

Holiday purchase option

50% staff discount on childcare

Job summary

Toad Hall Nursery Group is seeking a Nursery Nurse for roles in Walton-on-Thames, offering both part-time and full-time contracts. You will care for children aged 0-5, ensuring safety, development, and fun while adhering to nursery policies.

Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and EYFS understanding, plus a valid enhanced DBS. The role includes benefits and opportunities within an established nursery group.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent.
• Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework and planning activities.
• Awareness of planning, observation and record-keeping for nursery children.
• Genuine enthusiasm for working with children and meeting their needs.
• Satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality care for children aged 0-5.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day nursery operations per policies.
• Use knowledge and imagination to develop activities.
• Build relationships with children and communicate with parents.
• Make every working day engaging and fun.

Skills

Genuine enthusiasm for children

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Adaptability

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare

Knowledge of EYFS framework

Job description

Part-time & Full-time positions available

Nursery Nurse

As a Nursery Nurse, you will spend your days looking after children from 3 months old, right up to pre-school age. You’ll ensure that the children have fun whilst being sensitive and attentive to their individual needs.

Walton-on-Thames - KT12 5NS

Part-time & Full-time positions available

Nursery Nurse

As a Nursery Nurse, you will spend your days looking after children from 3 months old, right up to pre-school age. You’ll ensure that the children have fun whilst being sensitive and attentive to their individual needs.

This role is open to those with an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare. Full time (40 hours a week) and part time (20 hours a week) required. We are also recruiting for qualified staff to join our Supply Team on a zero hour contract and lunch cover roles.

Salary for Nursery Nurse is up to £30,804.80 per annum

Please be advised if you do not possess a full and relevant qualification or experience within the childcare sector your application will not be considered.

We offer the following benefits and opportunities within our established nursery group:

• Birthday day off or Christmas shopping day
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Long service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years’ service!
• Annual Christmas party for all Toad Hall Staff
• Opportunity to purchase additional Holiday
• 50% staff discount on childcare places

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Working together with the rest of the team to provide high quality care for children aged 0-5.
• Ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery by adhering to the relevant policies and procedures.
• Using your knowledge, experience and imagination to come up with new ideas and activities.
• Building relationships with children and communicating well with their parents.
• Making sure every working day is fun!

Do you have a passion for working with young children and a desire to help them flourish in a caring and nurturing environment? Would you like the chance to bring stories to life and develop a young child’s imagination?

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We take safeguarding seriously and follow safe recruitment procedures.

An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Suitable qualifications: an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent
• Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS, and the ability to refer to the EYFS Framework when planning activities
• To be aware of the role of planning, observation and keeping records when caring for nursery aged children
• Genuine enthusiasm for working with children and meeting their needs
• A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check