Qualified Nursery Assistant

Lancing College; Lancing; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Lancing is looking for a Qualified Nursery Assistant to support children's early learning and development. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification and have experience working with young children. Responsibilities include contributing to educational activities and maintaining children's learning journals. This role requires excellent communication skills and a commitment to safeguarding. Apply with a CV and cover letter detailing your interest in the position.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 up to Level 6 Early Years qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of working with children between the ages of 0-5.
• Good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a programme of Early Years activities.
• Work with the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
• Act as a key person for a small group of children.

Skills

Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above)

Experience with children aged 0-5

Understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage framework

Communication skills

Strong IT skills

Education

Level 3 up to Level 6 Early Years qualification or equivalent

Job description

Qualified Nursery Assistant (Level 3)

Job Title: Qualified Nursery Assistant

Reports to: Nursery Manager / Deputy Nursery Manager

Key Responsibilities

• To contribute to a programme of Early Years activities with the nursery and outdoors environment to support children's learning.
• To work with the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework that meet the individual needs and interests of children.
• To act as a key person to a small group of children and being the first point of contact for their families.
• To take ownership in being responsible for maintaining children's learning journals and monitoring/reporting on their developmental milestones.
• To build strong working relationships with parents and family members, alongside management and other colleagues.
• To assist with daily, weekly and monthly checks around the nursery and assisting in ensuring the nursery is always clean and safe.
• To be committed to the safeguarding of all children in the nursery as well as those in direct care.

Person Specification

A qualified Nursery Assistant professional (Level 3 or above) with a keen interest in developing knowledge and practice of Little Lancing's approach.

Skills And Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 up to Level 6 Early Years qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of working with children between the ages of 0-5.
• Good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Ideally have an up-to-date Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Food Hygiene certificate.
• Strong IT skills including use of tablets.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Working knowledge of relevant Health & Safety legislation.

Personal Characteristics

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
• Passionate about creating a caring and nurturing environment for children.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the nursery team.
• Resilient and demonstrates the ability to work well under pressure.
• Positive attitude to all aspects of Nursery and Forest School life.
• Committed to continuous personal and professional development.

Desirable Criteria

• Possess up-to-date Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding and Food Hygiene certificates or willing to attend training for this.
• Experience with or knowledge of Children's Act and OFSTED requirements.
• Live within a comfortable commuting distance from the nursery.
• Valid driving licence and access to own car due to rural location.

Application Procedure

Applications should be made using the application form. Candidates are asked to add a covering letter setting out, as succinctly as possible, their reasons for applying for the position at Lancing.

Application forms are available from the College website www.lancingcollege.org.uk. Please send any emails to

A full curriculum vitae and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of a minimum of two referees, one of whom should be the candidate's current or most recent employer should be included with the application.

Informal conversations about the post may be arranged with the Nursery Manager, Jovita Opio.

The College reserves the right to call individuals to interview prior to the closing date for applications.

Using the webform below, please complete and submit an application form, self‑declaration of criminal record form, full curriculum vitae and covering letter setting out, as succinctly as possible, reasons for applying for the position at Lancing College.