Nursery nurse (level 3 qualified)

Pixieland Day Nurseries; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training

Discounted childcare

Career progression

Free uniform

Supportive team

Job summary

Pixieland Nurseries in Plymouth is seeking a Nursery Nurse for both full-time and part-time roles. Join a friendly team, support children's play, learning and development, and adhere to safeguarding practices. Training and career development opportunities are provided.

The role supports a diverse group of children, with duties including preparing environments, helping with snacks, and working closely with room leaders to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Must hold minimum Level 3 NVQ in childcare.
• Polite and trustworthy.
• Reliable and confidentiality essential.

Responsibilities

• Caring for children.
• Preparing and maintaining environments to meet children’s needs.
• Supporting children’s play and learning.
• Adhere to safeguarding practices.
• Preparing snacks and help with feeding and cleaning.

Skills

Good communication

Computer skills

Adaptable

Team player

Follow instructions

Education

Level 3 NVQ in childcare

Tools

None

Job description

Explore this full-time and part-time opportunity in Plymouth. Read the responsibilities and requirements below to see how your experience could contribute to our nursery team.

A fantastic opportunity has become available at Pixieland Nurseries. We are looking for a Nursery Nurse at our Plymouth site for a full time and a part-time role, to fit well within their friendly team and learn skills on the job whilst supporting children’s play, learning & development. We are looking for a professional attitude, but with a sense of fun and excitement as this allows our children to thrive within our nursery family environment.

Duties will include

• Caring for children
• Preparing and maintaining environments to meet children’s needs
• Supporting children’s play and learning
• Adhere to all safeguarding practices
• Preparing snacks and help with their feeding and cleaning

Skills required

• Good communication
• Ability to use computer
• Adaptable
• The ability to work as part of a team
• Must be able to follow instructions from the room leader

Qualifications required

• Must hold minimum level 3 NVQ in childcare.
• Polite
• Trustworthy
• Reliable
• Confidentiality essential

Our nursery is committed to safer recruitment so a Disclosure Barring Service check is required to be undertaken.

Our team makes a difference to children, families and the wider community. We support that contribution through training, practical benefits and opportunities to develop.

Our colleague introduction and referral programme recognises recommendations from our team.

• Develop your knowledge

  In-house training helps you build your knowledge and confidence in your role.

• Discounted childcare

  Our team benefits include discounted childcare.

• Progress in your career

  Explore opportunities to take on responsibilities and develop within Pixieland.

• Free uniform

  We provide a uniform for your work in the nursery.

• A supportive team

  Work with colleagues who share a commitment to children’s care, learning and development.