JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education and experience working with children. As a Nursery Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children, supporting their development and learning through engaging activities.

REQUIREMENTS

• A background in early childhood education or relevant experience working with children is preferred.
• National Diploma Level 2/3 in Early Years Childcare (or equivalent experience)
• Strong communication skills in English to interact effectively with children and colleagues.
• Ability to manage groups of children while promoting positive behaviour and engagement.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities to support the nursery team effectively.
• A genuine love for working with young children and a commitment to their development.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing situations within the nursery environment.
• A valid driving licence is advantageous but not essential.
  Join us in making a difference in the lives of young learners by creating a warm and welcoming nursery atmosphere!
  Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract
  Contract length: 6 months
  Pay: £12.08 per hour
  Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Nursery: 1 year (required)
• Nursery experience: 1 year (required)
• Childcare: 1 year (required)
• Management: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: NHSPNADEVO

• · To work within and contribute to the RD&E First Steps Nursery team to create an environment which fosters and nurtures the development of children under the guidance of the Nursery Manager/Deputy Manager and Nursery Nurses.
• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate care and development of children who attend First Steps Nursery.

· To give support to all other Childcare Services provision as required.

• To assist in the organisation of work as required.
• Assist on the delivery of high-quality care and education at First Steps to ensure children achieve the best possible outcomes.
• To contribute to the development of high standards of care and education for children and their families, proving feedback as necessary and taking positive steps toward implementing necessary change.
• To ensure current practice and care at First Steps Nursery reflects standards as outlined in the Trust’s Safeguarding Policies alongside the Devon Safeguarding Children Board Procedures and to be able to engage with specialist safeguarding services as and when necessary.