Nursery Nurse (Level 3)

Early Learners Nursery; Widnes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nursery in Widnes is seeking a childcare practitioner to provide a safe and stimulating environment for children. The role requires a minimum qualification of a level 3 childcare diploma and the ability to support the EYFS framework. Benefits include an excellent salary exceeding the National Minimum Wage, workplace pension, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Excellent Salary (Exceeds NMW)

Work place pension (Peoples Pension)

Free 'Flick Learning'

Free Paediatric First Aid

Two free uniforms

Access to PIB Benefits Portal

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum Early Years qualification of a level 3 diploma, equivalent or higher.
• GCSE certificates in Maths and English are essential.
• Relevant childcare certificates must be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver confidently the EYFS.
• Provide a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for children.
• Assist in the day-to-day running of the nursery.

Skills

Early Years qualification (level 3 diploma)

Knowledge of EYFS

Ability to provide a safe and stimulating environment

Proactive practitioner skills

Education

GCSE Maths & English grades C and above

Level 3 childcare diploma or equivalent

Job description

Copies of your relevant Childcare certificates (level 3 childcare diploma, foundation degree, full degree, QT, EYP etc.)

Copies of your GCSE certificates (Maths & English grades C and above - essential to apply)

Any copies of safeguarding/ child protection training and level.

Two contacts and addresses for written references (one needs to be current employer)

Be prepared:

It is important to us that you feel as comfortable and confident working within our environment as we are with you working within the nursery with children. We will show you around our facilities and give you the opportunity to work within each of our classrooms and ask the team questions. Safety is paramount with working with children so ensure you come prepared and wear appropriate clothing.

Interview

The interview is led by our nursery manager and supported by a senior member of the team. We will ask you questions on the following areas:

• To be a proactive practitioner who supports and delivers confidently the EYFS.
• To provide a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment in which babies and young children are supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential.
• To offer full and practical support in the day to day running of the nursery.
• To be flexible to the needs of the business.
• Must have a minimum Early Years qualification of a level 3 diploma, equivalent or higher to apply for this position.
• Flexible to work between: 7am - 6pm, Monday - Friday, to be flexible to the needs of the business.

Benefits

• Excellent Salary (Exceeds NMW)
• Work place pension (Peoples Pension)
• Free 'Flick Learning'
• Free Paediatric First Aid
• Two free uniforms
• Access to PIB Benefits Portal
• We offer opportunities for career progression, Your Knowledge and understand of the EYFS (primary & specific areas)
• Safeguarding and Child Protection. Procedure in dealing with 'what to do if you are worried a child has been abused'
• Prevent Duty & British Values