Job summary
Full time position, 37.5 hours per week based in Nursery Kiddies Cabin. Working shifts between 7am - 6pm.
Come and work in our friendly NHS nursery
Fantastic NHS benefits and training
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
Be part of an important and high-profile organisation offering the best childcare, recommended by parents on daynurseries.co.uk
Enjoy your job. Every day is different at Nursery Kiddies Cabin and full of fun for the children and the staff. Arrive with a smile and leave with one!
The ideal candidate will be flexible, approachable and have plenty of energy and enthusiasm. With a passion for childcare you will bring your life 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.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is to assist in the development and running of the nursery, to provide good day care for the children in a safe, clean and stimulating environment. The role includes;
- To provide the best possible care and stimulation for the children of the nursery meeting their physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs in a non-discriminatory manner.
- To work in partnership with parents and encourage their involvement in the aims of the nursery and in all aspects of their child's care.
- To provide and maintain records as necessary and appropriate, in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework.
- To attend training courses, to ensure that modern, innovative and forward looking practices are maintained and to allow for personal career development.
- To assist in the daily domestic management of the nursery; ensuring that the nursery is kept safe, secure and clean at all times.
- To participate fully in the daily routine of the individual rooms and to follow the guidance and instructions of the senior staff.
- To compile and maintain regular progress developmental records on key children, making sure that records are accurate, signed and dated.
- To develop good working relationships with parents and encourage parental interest and participation in the life of the nursery.
- To monitor and develop your own professional and personal learning needs.
- To work towards achieving an NVQ level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare
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
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 and to work effectively as part of a team on a daily basis.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 and to work effectively as part of a team on a daily basis.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications /Training
Essential
- Trainees need to successfully complete tasks/written work set by the training provider
- Apprentices working towards an appropriate NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification
- To complete the apprenticeship course and gain the NVQ Level 3 qualification you must have one of the following by the end of the course; ? Maths and English GCSE at Grade C or above OR ? Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English And pass an End Point Assessment
Continuous Professional
Essential
- Apprentices, as stated in the EYFS a good standard of written and spoken English. Also be able to read and understand English such as to follow instructions or interpret a policy
Desirable
- Development An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Paediatric First Aid Certificate
- Food Hygiene Certificate
- A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection and appropriate protocol
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of any work which demonstrates the skills required for the post
Desirable
- Experience of team work
- Previous relevant work in childcare
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills
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
- Trainees need to successfully complete tasks/written work set by the training provider
- Apprentices working towards an appropriate NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification
- To complete the apprenticeship course and gain the NVQ Level 3 qualification you must have one of the following by the end of the course; ? Maths and English GCSE at Grade C or above OR ? Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English And pass an End Point Assessment
Continuous Professional
Essential
- Apprentices, as stated in the EYFS a good standard of written and spoken English. Also be able to read and understand English such as to follow instructions or interpret a policy
Desirable
- Development An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Paediatric First Aid Certificate
- Food Hygiene Certificate
- A knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection and appropriate protocol
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of any work which demonstrates the skills required for the post
Desirable
- Experience of team work
- Previous relevant work in childcare
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills
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.
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
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).
