Nursery Nurse Apprentice

at  Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Full time position, 37.5 hours per week based in Nursery Kiddies Cabin . Working shifts between 7am – 6pm.
Come and work in our friendly NHS nursery
Fantastic NHS benefits and training
Working in a great team of staff, many of whom have been with the nursery since it opened
Our three nurseries remained open during all lockdowns for the children of keyworker children offering a vital service
Be part of an important and high-profile organisation offering the best childcare, recommended by parents on daynurseries.co.uk
Enjoy your job. Every day is different at Nursery Kiddies Cabin and full of fun for the children and the staff. Arrive with a smile and leave with one!
The ideal candidate will be flexible, approachable and have plenty of energy and enthusiasm. With a passion for childcare you will bring your life experience and ideas to our friendly and welcoming team.
Our Nurseries
The Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BHFT) Nurseries began operating over 25 years ago and are located in Maidenhead, Slough and Reading. The nurseries offer full day care for 51 weeks per year, from 7.30am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday. The buildings are single storey purpose built environments that offer care and education for children up until the age of 5.
The post holder is to assist in the development and running of the nursery, to provide good day care for the children in a safe, clean and stimulating environment. The role includes;
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, innovative 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.
To participate fully in the daily routine of the individual rooms and to follow the guidance and instructions of the senior staff.
To compile and maintain regular progress developmental records on key children, making sure that records are accurate, signed and dated.
To develop good working relationships with parents and encourage parental interest and participation in the life of the nursery.
To monitor and develop your own professional and personal learning needs.
To work towards achieving an NVQ level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a 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.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer. We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you’ll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.

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