Job Details
* Job title: Nursery Assistant
* Salary: B1 £25,185 - £25,989 pro rata
* Hours: 37 hours (all year round) and 37 hours (term time only)
* Contract: Permanent
* Location: Little Owls Hawksworth
Are you interested in a career in childcare? Little Owls nurseries are currently recruiting for nursery assistants. Little Owls is a great place to progress in your childcare career and many of our assistants move on to become managers. We support staff to learn and progress by offering regular training.
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.
We are committed to the ambition of Child Friendly Leeds. We want Leeds to be a city where all children are safe, happy and healthy, do well at school, fulfil their potential and grow up to be active citizens with voice and influence. Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.
Responsibilities
* 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
* Maintain client confidentiality
* Liaise with local primary schools and prepare reports that will support the child’s transition into school
* Report any injury or accident, ensuring health and safety of the individual is maintained
* Understand and operate policies and procedures for the administration of medication, including recording and verifying drug sheets
* Report any safeguarding concerns in line with Local Safeguarding Children Board Procedures
* Support student placements and help prepare and present reports
* Provide educational visits for children and families, observing Health and Safety policies and risk assessments as required
* Support parents and families in the successful admission and transition of their children
* Take responsibility for a group of children during building evacuations
* Participate in training and development to ensure up-to-date knowledge and skills
* Undertake other duties appropriate to the post as required by the Service
* Comply with Leeds City Council policies, procedures and staff instructions, including Health and Safety
* Promote Leeds City Council's Equal Opportunities policies and work in an anti-oppressive manner
Qualifications
* Minimum of Level 2 qualification in childcare as defined by the Sector Skills Council / CWDC (see GOV.UK guidance)
* Good standard of literacy and numeracy
* Basic computer literacy
* Willingness to achieve Paediatric First Aid or Emergency Paediatric First Aid as required in EYFS
Knowledge and Experience
* Knowledge of current legislation and guidance related to early years and safeguarding
* Experience of working with children and/or families; experience in a nursery or childcare environment; experience of teamwork
* Ability to plan and organise play experiences for children and to use ICT (Word/Excel)
Behavioural and Other Characteristics
* Understand and adopt Leeds City Council values and behaviours
* Commitment to continuous improvement and equality, diversity and inclusion
* Flexible and adaptable to change; able to work with staff at all levels
* Willingness to participate in training and development
* Work in accordance with Health and Safety policies and promote anti-discriminatory practices
Equality, diversity and safeguarding information: We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS checks will be carried out on preferred candidates. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK or be eligible for sponsorship where applicable.
How to Apply: Please complete the online application form. Read guidance for advice on completing your application. For queries, contact Andrea Smith (Support Services Manager) Tel: 0113 3784516 | Email: andrea.smith@leeds.gov.uk
Additional information: All Leeds City Council appointments are subject to a 6-month probationary period.
This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, consider your eligibility for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying.
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