Nursery Nurse

A full-time opportunity has arisen for a level 3 Nursery nurse to join a warm and friendly nursery in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. . If you enjoy doing exciting activities with children under 3 years of age and have good knowledge of EYFS curriculum, we want to hear from you.  

Person Specification:

NVQ level 3 Childcare qualification or equivalent

Knowledge of EYFS Curriculum and supporting children under 3 years of age

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable)

Paediatric First Aid (Desirable)

Some of the Nursery Nurse responsibilities will Include:

• Key worker responsibilities to a small group of children ensuring their individual, physical, emotional and educational needs are met
• To carry out regular observation and assessments on key children and plan activities in line with each individual child’s needs
• Building positive relationships with families and careers.
• Demonstrate inclusive practice and positive behavior management techniques
• To comply with all nursery policy and procedures
• To work with EYFS curriculum promoting diversity and ensuring delivery of learning opportunities in a fun and caring environment.   
• Working closely with the Room leader and ensuring high standards of care, ratio’s daily records and checks such as sleep charts, nappy change, daily diary sheets are maintained
• To share the responsibility of hygiene and cleanliness with the nursery and report any hazards to the nursery manager  
• To attend monthly staff meetings, training and events as required

Benefits:

Opportunities for ongoing professional development and further training, 33 days holiday a year including Christmas closure period plus a holiday scheme that increases with service and seniority

Due to the nature of this job, candidates will be subject to UK eligibility checks together with Enhance Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks

For immediate interview please email Staff Match your up to date CV or call 0333 323 3983