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Early Years Educator

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

The closing date is 04 December 2024

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Job summary

Qualified LEVEL 2 / 3 in Early Years / child Care

Wendy House Nursery, Princess Royal Hospital Haywards Heath

Early Years Educator BAND 3 - BABY ROOM

Full Time 37.5 hours per week ( Monday to Friday 9 day fortnight)

We are looking for an experienced Early Years practitioner whose area of expertise is Babies and young Toddlers to work in our NHS early years setting.

The post holder will be required to have a full and relevant Level 2/3 in Early Years with experience of working with children under 2 years old

The Wendy House, Princess Royal Hospital, is a NHS workplace nursery that has a team of highly professional, workforce where the needs of children come first.

Inspected by Ofsted in January 2024, we regard ourselves as a small, caring, fun and supportive team that strives for the best outcomes for children.

Excellent Annual leave Entitlement

Excellent NHS Pension

We are looking for someone who is motivated, flexible, and passionate about the care and learning of children under the age of 5 years.

You will be working with highly skilled and dedicated staff who understand the importance of providing excellent childcare for working families.

The post is to work full time 37.5 hours per week on a 9 day fortnight shift rota..

The Wendy House Nursery cares for babies and young children. We are open from 7am- 6pm

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be working with our babies from 6 months based in our Baby Room. There will be periods of the day when you will link with our 1-2 year old (young toddler playroom)

This is a qualified position, and the post holder will be required to support a 'Key Group' of children supporting their care and educational needs.

Good knowledge and experience of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum is essential as you will be planning and undertaking activities, carrying out observations and individual assessments.

You must show flexibility and adaptability as each day can be very different but equally enjoyable and imaginative. Being able to retain information, and use initiative is a must for this post.

The role will involve spending time in the outdoor environment and providing lots of learning opportunities for children through creative and sensory play.

With the support of highly qualified and experienced staff there will be the opportunity to undertake further learning opportunities and training.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Date posted

21 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

279-6796653-NOV24

Job locations

Wendy House Nursery, Princess Royal Hospital

Lewes Road

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work alongside colleagues to provide a high-quality childcare service by creating a safe and stimulating atmosphere for children to play, learn and develop.
To work alongside colleagues in the delivery of an effective EYFS curriculum that supports the childrens interest and stage of development.
To work with the nursery daily routine; working within the indoors/outdoors learning areas and local community.
To engage with children in creative and sensory play
To be a 'Key Worker' to a small group of children support and develop their care and educational needs.
Provide caring support and good communication with parents/carers and children, understanding and appreciating diversity

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work alongside colleagues to provide a high-quality childcare service by creating a safe and stimulating atmosphere for children to play, learn and develop.
To work alongside colleagues in the delivery of an effective EYFS curriculum that supports the childrens interest and stage of development.
To work with the nursery daily routine; working within the indoors/outdoors learning areas and local community.
To engage with children in creative and sensory play
To be a 'Key Worker' to a small group of children support and develop their care and educational needs.
Provide caring support and good communication with parents/carers and children, understanding and appreciating diversity

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Childcare Qualification NVQ Level 2 or 3
Experience working with children under the age of 5 years
Experience with with Young Toddlers and Babies
Experience with Parent Partnership Working
Experience working within a Team environment
Knowledge of Early Years Milestones
Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection
Understanding of Diversity and Equality Practice for Children, Families and Staff
Awareness of Health, Hygiene and Safety procedures in the workplace

Desirable

Experience of being a Key Worker to a group of children
Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Food Hygiene Certificate
Experience of working in other Early Years settings
Experience of Special Educational needs and requirements
Demonstrate Excellent Verbal and Good Written skills

Equality and Diversity

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Childcare Qualification NVQ Level 2 or 3
Experience working with children under the age of 5 years
Experience with with Young Toddlers and Babies
Experience with Parent Partnership Working
Experience working within a Team environment
Knowledge of Early Years Milestones
Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection
Understanding of Diversity and Equality Practice for Children, Families and Staff
Awareness of Health, Hygiene and Safety procedures in the workplace

Desirable

Experience of being a Key Worker to a group of children
Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Food Hygiene Certificate
Experience of working in other Early Years settings
Experience of Special Educational needs and requirements
Demonstrate Excellent Verbal and Good Written skills

Equality and Diversity

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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