Nursery Nurse

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Are you a 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?

Here at Kiddies Cabin we are looking for a Nursery Nurse to join us on a full time basis.

We are a team of 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.

As level 3 Nursery Nurse you will have responsibility for a group of children whom you will provide daily care and activities as well as completing developmental reviews. We offer care and education for children, from 6 months old, up until they start school in Reception. You will be 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.

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.

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.
  • Compiling and maintaining development records on children and report to the Team Leader at agreed intervals.
  • Providing a stimulating, friendly and caring environment at all times.
  • Demonstrating good practice with regards to special needs and inclusion, working with the nursery and area SENCO as appropriate.
  • Being a key carer carrying out all related responsibilities in building relationships with a small group of children and their families.
  • 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.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust isa specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.

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

Date posted

05 March 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,008 to £25,553 a year Per Annum (Incl. HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

371-TAP-CSO1046

Job locations

St Marks Hospital

112 St Marks Road

Maidenhead

SL6 6DU


Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

  • NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the qualification finder section of www.education.gov.uk
  • An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage
  • A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection

If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Leigh Kelly on 01189044637 or email: leigh.kelly@berkshire.nhs.ukwholl be delighted to help.

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.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

  • NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the qualification finder section of www.education.gov.uk
  • An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage
  • A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection

If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Leigh Kelly on 01189044637 or email: leigh.kelly@berkshire.nhs.ukwholl be delighted to help.

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.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications /Training

Essential

  • NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the 'qualification finder' section of www.education.gov.uk
  • An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

  • As stated in the EYFS, a good standard of written and spoken English. Also able to read and understand English such as to follow instructions or interpret a policy
  • A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection and appropriate protocol

Desirable

  • Paediatric First Aid Certificate
  • Food Hygiene Certificate

Previous Experience

Essential

  • Experience of any work which demonstrates the skills required for the post
  • Experience of team work
  • Previous relevant work in childcare

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Good communication skills
  • An understanding of the role of the Key Person
  • Knowledge of inclusive practice

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • Flexible approach to hours which includes a willingness to attend meetings, training and nursery events as appropriate
Person Specification

Education/Qualifications /Training

Essential

  • NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the 'qualification finder' section of www.education.gov.uk
  • An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

  • As stated in the EYFS, a good standard of written and spoken English. Also able to read and understand English such as to follow instructions or interpret a policy
  • A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection and appropriate protocol

Desirable

  • Paediatric First Aid Certificate
  • Food Hygiene Certificate

Previous Experience

Essential

  • Experience of any work which demonstrates the skills required for the post
  • Experience of team work
  • Previous relevant work in childcare

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Good communication skills
  • An understanding of the role of the Key Person
  • Knowledge of inclusive practice

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • Flexible approach to hours which includes a willingness to attend meetings, training and nursery events as appropriate

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).

Additional information

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Marks Hospital

112 St Marks Road

Maidenhead

SL6 6DU


Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Marks Hospital

112 St Marks Road

Maidenhead

SL6 6DU


Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition Partner

Jamie Poole

Jamie.poole@berkshire.nhs.uk

Date posted

05 March 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,008 to £25,553 a year Per Annum (Incl. HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

371-TAP-CSO1046

Job locations

St Marks Hospital

112 St Marks Road

Maidenhead

SL6 6DU


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