Nursery Assistant

Job Description
 To assist in providing a caring and stimulating environment that is appropriate for individual children and enables them to reach their full potential
 To work within the Children Act and local guidelines and standards
 To assist in preparing exciting play opportunities that meet the children's developmental needs and stimulates their learning
 To establish and maintain positive relationships with children and their families in a way that values parental involvement
 To provide a service that respects children's life experiences and celebrates diversity in terms of language, culture, ability, race and religion
 To work effectively as part of a team
 To work within the agreed framework of policies and procedures within the nursery
 To be responsible for nursery resources and report loss/damage or low stock levels to the Nursery Manager
 To carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post with regard to the Equal Opportunities Policy
 To act as an ambassador for the company and maintain a positive image of its aims and work and to attend forums and meetings as directed by the Manager
 To attend and participate in staff meetings and planning and development days
 To carry out any other duties which will be seen to enhance the work of the company
Person Specification:
 Knowledge of current and relevant guidelines and legislation
 Knowledge and understanding of child development
 Ability to work creatively to meet the needs of families
 Ability to assist in planning activities to stimulate learning and development
 Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
 Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and other professionals
 Good organisational skills
 Commitment to working in an anti discriminatory way to ensure equality of opportunity
 Good verbal and written skills

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £19,434.00-£20,089.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Day nursery

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/05/2024
Reference ID: Nursery Assistant
Expected start date: 13/05/2024