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Job title: Nursery Assistant
Salary: B1 £25,185 - £25,989 pro rata
Hours: 37 hours (all year round) 8am to 6pm shift pattern
Contract: Permanent
Location: Little Owls Seacroft
About the role
As a nursery assistant based in one of our Little Owls nurseries you will be part of a great team and will deliver a high standard of care which meets the individual needs of the children. It is rewarding work, as well as energetic and at times challenging.
You will
* Provide high quality care and education for all children and support for families
* Observe and monitor children’s development and contribute to reports of their progress
* Liaise with and provide professional advice to parents, social workers and health visitors
About you
We are looking for qualified, enthusiastic, adaptable candidates with personal qualities to care for and develop young children. You must have:
* excellent communication and listening skills
* ability to safeguard and motivate children and sustain their interest in play activities
* ability to write reports and plans to document children’s learning, development and wellbeing to the required standard
Qualifications and experience
* minimum of level 2 qualification in childcare (as defined by CWDC/government guidance)
* good standard of literacy and numeracy
* basic computer literacy
* experience of working with children and/or families
* experience in a nursery or childcare environment
Knowledge and compliance
* Knowledge of current legislation and guidance relating to early years and safeguarding
* Understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, and child protection procedures
* Ability to use ICT tools and plan/monitor activities using EYFS
What we offer
* Competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
* Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with employer contributions
* Career progression and continuing professional development opportunities
* Wellbeing benefits to support staff
How to apply
Apply for this job online. Read the guidance and ensure all sections are completed before submission. If you have queries or would like an informal chat about the role, contact: Andrea Smith, Children and Family Service – Tel: 0113 3784516, Email: andrea.smith@leeds.gov.uk
Please note that successful applicants will be employed by LCC and could be asked to work at any Little Owls Nurseries city-wide. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be carried out on preferred candidates. We welcome applications from everyone and encourage diversity.
This role is based in the UK. You must evidence your right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment.
Job Description
Job purpose: Under the direction of the Manager and senior staff, work as part of a team to deliver high standards of care that meet the individual needs of the children, build positive relationships and ensure safety and wellbeing. Promote openness and trust, work flexibly, and collaborate with other professionals to maintain a safe and learning environment.
Responsibilities
* Deliver high quality care and education for all children and support families
* Provide Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum that meets national/local standards
* Establish and deliver on Individual Educational Programmes (IEP) and SEND support
* Observe and monitor development; contribute to written progress reports
* Maintain client confidentiality and health and safety
* Liaise with parents, social workers and health visitors; prepare school transition reports
* Report injuries and administer medications per policies, and follow safeguarding procedures
* Support student placements and provide educational visits with risk assessments
* Support admissions and transition for families
* Participate in training to maintain up-to-date knowledge
* Other duties as required and comply with council policies, including equal opportunities
Seniorities and type
Entry level • Full-time
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