Nursery Nurse | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Nurse to join the Ladybird Nursery team. This full-time position (37.5 hours) values nurturing children's development and fostering positive relationships with families. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 qualification and have experience in the Early Foundation Stage. Join a supportive team dedicated to creating a safe and stimulating environment for young children.

Qualifications

• Experience working within the Early Foundation Stage as a key person.

Responsibilities

• Support Team Leaders in providing a nurturing environment.
• Develop positive relationships with children and parents.
• Facilitate children's development through encouragement.

Skills

Caring attitude

Enthusiasm

Self-motivation

Education

Recognized Level 3 qualification

Job description

Here at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust an exciting opportunity has arisen within our Ladybird Nursery.

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and self-motivated Nursery Nurse to join the team on a permanent basis.

Although the post is full time, 5 days per week, (37.5 hours), we are happy to consider part time hours for the right candidate .

Ideally you will hold a recognized Level 3 qualification and have experience of working within the Early Foundation Stage as a key person.

Located in the grounds of the hospital, Ladybird Nursery is available to staff at the hospital as well as the public and cares for babies and young children under 5.

Here is a link to our website:

Ladybird Nursery - Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (mse.nhs.uk)

If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities, we require then apply today!

Support the Nursery Team Leaders in providing an environment that offers encouragement and praise for every child.

Develop positive relationships with the children, their parents and members of the nursery team.

You will support the Nursery Team Leaders to create and maintain a safe, warm, caring and stimulating environment that together with encouragement will ensure the development of each child.

Interact with the children in order to support, encourage and observe the children to promote independence and development to enable the child to progress

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Please see attached a full job description setting out the details of the role and responsibilities.

We look forward to your application.


This advert closes on Friday 8 Aug 2025