Senior Nursery Nurse

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Lichfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Lichfield is seeking a Senior Nursery Nurse to deliver quality early childhood care and education in their Early Years setting. The role involves supporting children's development and ensuring their well-being. The ideal candidate is a compassionate practitioner committed to fostering inclusivity and promoting positive outcomes. This position is crucial for working mainly with 2-year-olds while ensuring flexibility across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Qualifications

• Must complete Application Form in full; CVs will not be accepted.
• Subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.
• Gaps in employment must be identified and justified.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early childhood care and education.
• Support young children’s development during formative years.
• Ensure safety and readiness for future learning.
• Provide education tailored to 2-year-old children's needs.
• Work flexibly across the EYFS.
• Foster an inclusive and stimulating environment.

Skills

Compassionate and skilled early childhood practitioner

Commitment to safeguarding children's welfare

Job description

Senior Nursery Nurse

Hours: 37 per week over 5 days, 39 weeks per year.

Grade: Staffordshire Grade 6 £23,651.26 (actual)

The Senior Nursery Nurse at Chadsmead Primary Academy plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality early childhood care and education within our Early Years setting. This position is fundamental in supporting young children’s development during their formative years, ensuring their safety, well-being, and readiness for future learning.

This role requires a compassionate, skilled practitioner who shares the school’s commitment to nurturing every child’s potential. The practitioner will embody the school’s vision and values by fostering an inclusive, supportive, and stimulating environment that respects diversity and promotes positive outcomes for all children.

The post holder will primarily work within the school’s 2-Year-Old Provision, providing high-quality care and education tailored to the developmental needs of younger children. However, flexibility to work across the whole Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is essential to ensure consistency and continuity of provision across Nursery and Reception.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality early childhood care and education within the Early Years setting.
• Support young children’s development during their formative years.
• Ensure the safety, well-being, and readiness for future learning of all children.
• Provide high-quality care and education tailored to the developmental needs of 2‑year‑old children.
• Work flexibly across the entire EYFS to maintain consistency and continuity across Nursery and Reception.
• Foster an inclusive, supportive, and stimulating environment that respects diversity and promotes positive outcomes for all children.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Compassionate and skilled early childhood practitioner.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.
• Must complete Application Form in full; CVs will not be accepted.
• Any gaps in employment must be identified and justified.

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Visits during the school day are welcome and encouraged. Please contact the school office, via email: [e-mail] or phone: [phone].

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications, so please do not delay in applying!