Nursery Nurse

Job summary

Come and work in our friendly NHS nursery

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.

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.

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.

Being owned by the NHS, the BHFT nurseries come highly recommended by families and the standard of care demonstrated for all children links to the expectations that the NHS portray worldwide.

The BHFT nurseries employ a high calibre of staff, ranging from Nursery Trainees to Degree Level practitioners. In general, the nurseries have a low staff turnover and the retention of highly skilled and motivated staff is paramount.

Staff are expected to maintain the standards of care and learning opportunities for the children in a safe and stimulation environment, supporting the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Main duties of the job

Encouraging all areas of the children's development within Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) with the appropriate activities, play opportunities and actions through imaginative play and innovative programming.

o Compiling and maintaining development records on children and report to the Team Leader at agreed intervals. Ensure that all records are accurate, signed and dated

o Providing a stimulating, friendly and caring environment at all times. Promote the nursery to current and potential parents.

o Completing, after consultation with the team, monthly and weekly plans and displays.

o Demonstrating good practice with regards to special needs and inclusion, working with the nursery and area SENCO as appropriate.

o Developing good relationships with parents and encourage parental interest and participation in the life of the nursery.

o Being a key carer carrying out all related responsibilities in building relationships with a small group of children and their families.

o Working with Early Years and other professional teams to continuously improve the quality of childcare and education and to learn about current developments in childcare practice and policy.

The "must haves" to be considered:

o Level 3 qualified essentialo Paediatric first aid and food hygiene desirableo Previous relevant work in childcareo An understanding of the EYFSo Knowledge of inclusive practiceo A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection

About us

Berkshire Healthcare has a record of achievement and success that places us as one of the best performing Trusts in the country. We are rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC, we have a history of strong financial performance, and we have a highly skilled and engaged workforce. We aspire to be an outstanding organisation for everyone: our people, our patients, their families, and their carers.

Some of the benefits of joining our team:

o Salary ranging from £21,396 - £22,866 per annum, pro-rotao Flexible working opportunities and a strong emphasis on your work, life balanceo Annual leave - 27 days for new starters, plus bank holidays. Increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years NHS service.o Excellent learning and development opportunitieso Salary sacrifice scheme for a new caro Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staffo Advanced IT enablement and supporto Confidential telephone care service providing independent support and advice for staff.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.

The Trust is also committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices to protect children, young people and vulnerable adults.