About The Role
We require an experienced qualified Nursery Officer within a happy and dedicated well established nursery team. The main responsibility of this role is to provide a caring service in the welfare of individual children effectively, safely and to a high standard.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. To ensure a warm, safe and stimulating environment throughout the day
2. Plan, organise and participate in the provision and supervision of a wide range of play activities both in and out of doors
3. Observe and monitor children’s progress
4. Record and update children’s progress and development and liaise with parent/carer on a regular basis maintaining effective working relationships
5. To operate the “Key Worker” system and establish positive relationships with key children and their parents/carers.
6. To encourage children to be self-motivated, eager to experience the world and self-confidence to play and learn together co-operatively.
All post offered are subject to two satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS disclosure.
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About You
To apply for this role you will be passionate about working with children, watching them develop under your care within a reputable nursery. You will be a driven and committed individual with a child centred approach with a minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years education or equivalent.
We are looking for someone with good knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage and current Ofsted statutory guidance and knowledge and proven practical experience of implementing good quality learning opportunities to the under-fives and be flexible in the age ranges they work with.
The nursery is a busy and exciting environment with a fantastic outside area therefore this role will suit someone who is energetic and enthusiastic. You will have good verbal and written communication skills, have the ability to prioritise tasks and remain calm under pressure. We are looking for someone with a flexible approach and a strong attention to detail.
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10. F9 - Move focus from the edit area to the Footer Toolbar
11. F10 - Move focus from the edit area to the first toolbar button
12. Shift + TAB - Move focus from the edit area to the last toolbar button
Working for Us
Nazareth Care Charitable Trust is the management company responsible for the operation and regulation of all Nazareth Houses and Nurseries We’ll provide full training, so it’s a great opportunity to learn something new. In return, you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your well-being and throughout your career we will invest in you and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:
13. We will pay for your DBS / PVG disclosure certificate
14. Induction and commitment to ongoing learning and development
15. Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues.
16. Aged 18-22 – we pay at least National Living Wage rate
17. Pension contributions
18. Paid holidays
19. Paid breaks
20. Free onsite parking
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21. F9 - Move focus from the edit area to the Footer Toolbar
22. F10 - Move focus from the edit area to the first toolbar button
23. Shift + TAB - Move focus from the edit area to the last toolbar button