Job summary Are you a level 2 Qualified Nursery Assistant looking for a new role within an NHS Nursery who are part of an "Outstanding" rated Trust?Do you want to work as part of team that makes you feel valued, within a workplace that takes staff wellbeing seriously?Here at Little Dragons in Reading we are looking for Nursery Assistants to join our team on a fulltime basis.We are a team of hard-working professionals ranging from Nursery Trainees to Degree Level practitioners and we are looking for likeminded individuals who are passionate about providing a stimulating, friendly and caring environment for the children in our care.As level 2 Nursery Assistant you will support a Nursery Nurse with a group of children whom you will provide daily care and activities as well as assisting in the completion of developmental reviews.
We offer care and education for children, from 6 months old, up until they start school in Reception.
You will be expected to maintain the standards of care and learning opportunities for the children in a safe and stimulation environment, supporting the Early Years Foundation Stage.Being owned by the NHS, our nurseries come highly recommended by families and the standard of care demonstrated for all children links to the expectations that the NHS portray worldwide.We offer full day care for 51 weeks per year, from to , Monday to Friday in which you will work on a rota basis for hours per week.
Main duties of the job To provide the best possible care and stimulation for the children of the nursery meeting their physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs in a non-discriminatory manner.To work in partnership with parents and encourage their involvement in the aims of the nursery and in all aspects of their child's care.To provide and maintain records as necessary and appropriate, in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework.to attend training courses, to ensure that modern, innovated and forward looking practices are maintained and to allow for personal career development.To assist in the daily domestic management of the nursery; ensuring that the nursery is kept safe, secure and clean at all times.
About us Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust isa specialist mental health and community health services trust.
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: o Caring for and about you is our top priority o Committed to providing good quality, safe services o Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us.
Some of the benefits of working for us include: Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
Free parking across Trust sites Belong At Berkshire Healthcare Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: NVQ 2 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the qualification finder section of An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award.
Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have.
Please dont hesitate to call: Rebecca Croft on 0118 9585316 or email wholl be delighted to help.
Applications for this role will be considered on a first come first serve basis and we may close the vacancy early if the right candidate is found.
Please note, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification Education / Experience Essential Level 2 NVQ or equivelant