Part of Portico Nursery Group, Portico Nursery is looking for a full time qualified level 2 or 3 nursery nurse to work in our 90 place setting in St. Helens. For more information about us, please see our website www.porticonurserygroup.co.uk We are an award winning company, voted in the Top 5 NMT Business Index Award, and also collecting Outstanding Contribution, Top 3 and Highly Commended titles in other prestigious Early Years Awards in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. You will not only have the support from your nursery manager, but also the very hands on directors and area manager. Portico Nursery Group is committed to safeguarding of all children and staff in its care. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Safer recruitment process is used at all stages of interview. We welcome applicants from suitably skilled candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, sexuality, religion or age. What we offer: Uniform provided Refreshments in your private staff room Staff kitchen Full paediatric first aid training Full safeguarding support and regular supervision Full support with SEND from our company SENDCO Pension contributions Career progression opportunities and paid study time for degree students CPD opportunities via our in house training and external conferences and workshops. NDNA membership Mental Health and Wellbeing Champions Staff recognition - company awards evening celebration, staff member of the term, 100% attendance bonus Recruitment process Application pack completed Interview with Nursery manager and Deputy Manager Second interview - practical allowing you to get a feel of the nursery and us to see you with the children. References and DBS applied for by successful candidate. JOB DESCRIPTION: NURSERY NURSE The Nursery Nurse will be working as a Key Worker for the daily needs of children between the ages of 0 and 5 years within the Nursery setting. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES To be aware of, and follow nursery policies and procedures at all times. Using the EYFS, formulate and operate a programme of activities suitable to the age range of children attending the Nursery, in conjunction with the senior in your room using the early years foundation stage curriculum. Using the EYFS, complete learning journeys for your key group and complete reviews and assessments for parents, in conjunction with the senior. Work alongside parents of special needs children to achieve full integration within the Nursery. To be aware of whom the Safeguarding Children officer is within the setting and have an understanding of the procedures to follow regarding the safeguarding children in our care. Foresee the needs of special needs children and give physical, emotional, intellectual guidance as appropriate. Support all staff and engage in a good staff team. Liaise with and support parents and other family members. Liaise with the Local Authority and other professionals associated with the Day Nursery. Attend monthly staff meetings outside working hours. Undertake certain domestic jobs within the Nursery, e.g. preparation of snack meals, cleansing of equipment. Cleaning of toilet and kitchen area each evening on a rota basis with colleagues. Participate in the training programmes of a wide variety of students (i.e. Placements and volunteers), by giving guidance and support. Work alongside the Manager and staff team to ensure that the philosophy behind the project is fulfilled.