Nursery Practitioner

Job summary

Are you a level 2 qualified Nursery Assistant or level 3 qualified Nursery Nurse looking for a new role within an NHS Nursery who are part of an "Outstanding" rated Trust?

Do you want to work as part of team that makes you feel valued, within a workplace that takes staff wellbeing seriously?

We're seeking Nursery Practitioners to join us in our NHS nurseries at our sites in Maidenhead, Slough & Reading.

Within all of our teams you will find hard-working professionals ranging from Nursery Trainees to Degree Level practitioners and we are looking for likeminded individuals who are passionate about providing a stimulating and friendly environment for the children in our care.

We offer full day care for 51 weeks per year, from 7.30am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday in which you will work on a rota basis for 37.5 hours per week.

We are holding an open day at our Maidenhead site, Kiddies Cabin on Thursday 14th December. If you would like to come along and find out more then please register here; https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/754065027797?aff=oddtdtcreator

or call the nursery and speak to the Manager Leigh Kelly on: 01189044637

Main duties of the job

• Encouraging all areas of the children's development within Early Years Foundation Stage
• Compiling and maintaining development records on children
• Providing a stimulating, friendly and caring environment at all times.
• Demonstrating good practice with regards to special needs and inclusion
• Encourage parental interest and participation in the life of the nursery.
• Building relationships with a small group of children and their families.

About us

The Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BHFT) Nurseries began operating over 25 years ago and offer full day care for 51 weeks per year, from 7.30am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday.

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.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.

Benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
• Free parking across Trust sites