Nursery Nurse for Day Nurseries

NHS; Chesham Bois; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Chesham Bois is seeking a qualified Nursery Nurse to provide comprehensive care and education for children under the age of 5. Ideal candidates will have a level 3 certificate in Childcare & Education and experience in similar roles. Join a supportive team with NHS benefits including flexible working and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension benefits

NHS discount schemes

Qualifications

• Qualified Nursery Nurse with a level 3 certificate in Childcare & Education preferred.
• Up to date on Child Protection, First Aid, and Food Safety training.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care routines for children under 5.
• Record keeping and liaising with parents.
• Support development and learning in a nursery setting.

Skills

Knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted Statutory requirements

Good initiative

Ability to work independently

Empathetic disposition

Education

NNEB/BTEC Nursery Nursing/NVQ 3 Childcare & Education

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Main duties of the job

Amersham & Wycombe Hospital Day Nurseries

All aspects of child care & education:

• general daily care routines, e.g. feeding, drinks, toileting, dressing etc.
• play, story telling, singing & music session, craft & creativity
• record keeping, liaising with parents
• working well within the team, supporting students, furthering own development and knowledge
• helping to keep nursery safe, clean and tidy

You will be a qualified Nursery Nurse, with a level 3 certificate in Childcare & Education preferred but we would consider candidates with level 2 and relevant experience.

If you are interested in joining our team at either nursery, in caring for and educating children under the age of 5 years we would like to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the position or to arrange a visit, please contact Amersham Hospital Day Nursery: 01494 734251 or Wycombe Hospital Day Nursery: 01494 425397

About us

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, you\'ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.

We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.

We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

We\'re committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.

As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.

Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.

Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

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Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

• NNEB/BTEC Nursery Nursing/Diploma Nursery Nursing/NVQ 3 Childcare & Education or other relevant level 3
• Up to date: Child Protection First Aid Food Safety Inclusion training/awareness
• Evidence of continued professional development

EXPERIENCE

• Previous employed role within childcare desirable e.g. nanny, day nursery or pre-school
• Experienced with all age ranges under 5
• Working experience of the children\'s learning journey

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted Statutory requirements
• Knowledge of child development
• Computer Literate
• Good initiative, common sense and ability to put the children\'s needs first.
• Able to work independently, within a team, in partnership with parents and other professional

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

• Empathetic disposition
• Friendly and approachable, keen and enthusiastic
• Willing to participate in extracurricular activities e.g. parent events, fundraising events, continuing professional development sessions

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum pro rata