Nursery Nurse, Band 3- Little Apples Nursery

Job summary

Full and part time positions available

Level 3 Full and Relevant for Early Years for a Band 3 Nursery Nurse for candidates that have a passion to work with children based in Little Apples Nursery, Cheltenham Working shifts between 7am - 6pm.

Come and work in our team, many of whom have been with the nursery since the early days. Be part of an important and high-profile organisation offering the best NHS childcare.

When you join Gloucestershire Hospitals you can look forward to a warm welcome from our experienced team, a future full of opportunities and support, and a whole range of other NHS benefits you may not find at other nurseries.

Enjoy your job, every day is different at Little Apples and Little Oaks, a day full of fun for the children and the staff. Arrive with a smile and leave with one too.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, approachable and have plenty of energy and enthusiasm. With a passion for childcare, you will bring your experience and ideas to our friendly and welcoming team.

The Gloucestershire Hospitals Nurseries began operating over 30 years ago and are located in Gloucester and Cheltenham. The nurseries offer full day care for 52 weeks per year, from 7.00am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday for children up until the age of 5.

We employ a high calibre of staff, ranging from Nursery Trainees to Degree Level practitioners.

Main duties of the job

Meeting the diverse needs of children aged 3 months to 5 years.

To manage time effectively to complete additional duties such as planning and completing developmental records.

Meeting the needs of the parents/guardians acting professionally, compassionately and consistently in day to day and sensitive situations

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.