Job summary
We are looking for a fun and passionate qualified childcare professional, minimum level 3 in childcare and education (or equivalent), who will enjoy working within a dedicated, established team who are committed to providing an excellent quality of provision. This will be as a job share role.
Main duties of the job
o To work in partnership with other team members, providing support and assistance in all areas of the nursery as necessary.o To provide excellent care and education to children within the area of work.o To plan and implement activities/experiences which are appropriate to childrens needs and stages of development, using the EYFS curriculum and OFSTED guidelines.o To have a good awareness of children's individual/group needs, and a good understanding of childcare issues and child development.o To act as a key person to named children carrying out observations/portfolios and developmental reports for each child, meeting with parents as appropriate.o To establish positive relationships with parent/carers, children, staff and other professional bodies. Sharing information, report writing, updating portfolios and discussing childrens individual needs.o To be aware of the importance of each individual child's background and varied cultural needs. Be able to work with children, staff and parent/carers in accordance with the Nursery's and the Trust's policies.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
- Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
Education, training and qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 Childcare & Education qualification eg, NVQ 3, BTEC etc equivalent child care courses (ie must meet the early years educator criteria)
- Relevant level 2 qualification in Numeracy (if level 3 post 2014)
- E Relevant level 2 qualification in Literacy (if level 3 post 2014)
Desirable
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Good Communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to work within a team and under own initiative
- Ability to meet the needs of the service within a team environment
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in a nursery setting, with children aged 3 months - 5 years
- Demonstrable experience of contributing to daily planning
- Good all round knowledge of child development and childcare practices for children aged 0-5 years
- Awareness of childrens' needs
- Awareness of the Health & Safety of childrens' environment
- Good Knowledge of EYFS
- Experience of working in other childcare settings
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
- Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
Education, training and qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 Childcare & Education qualification eg, NVQ 3, BTEC etc equivalent child care courses (ie must meet the early years educator criteria)
- Relevant level 2 qualification in Numeracy (if level 3 post 2014)
- E Relevant level 2 qualification in Literacy (if level 3 post 2014)
Desirable
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Good Communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to work within a team and under own initiative
- Ability to meet the needs of the service within a team environment
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in a nursery setting, with children aged 3 months - 5 years
- Demonstrable experience of contributing to daily planning
- Good all round knowledge of child development and childcare practices for children aged 0-5 years
- Awareness of childrens' needs
- Awareness of the Health & Safety of childrens' environment
- Good Knowledge of EYFS
- Experience of working in other childcare settings
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3LU
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
