Bank Nursery Assistant

Qualifications

You should have a NVQ level 2 or equivalent in Child Care together with knowledge and understanding of the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) and be able to implement it through observations and planning with a key group of children.

Our staff are encouraged to try and further their skills and qualifications whenever possible. There are plenty of training opportunities in this post relating to child care both from internal Trust courses and courses given by Manchester Council.

First Steps Day Nursery offers a safe and stimulating environment for children aged 6 months to 5 years. All the children's rooms are fully equipped to cater for all their learning and development needs, including their own changing facilities, toilets and cloakrooms. The day nursery is located within the grounds of the Oxford Road Campus and is open to children of employees of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

The nursery accommodates 89 children and is Ofsted Registered and inspected regularly.

The nursery is a purpose built site specifically tailored to the child care services we provide. There is a large outside play area, with a special section where children are encouraged to grow plants. The aim of the nursery is to provide a safe, happy and stimulating atmosphere which reflects the child's home life. We try to make the nursery as homely as possible.

• You will work as part of the nursery team providing care for the individual child and groups of children in accordance with the current nursery policies.
• You will provide each child with affection, stability and security and will help the nursery nurses provide a happy, stimulating atmosphere that will enable the child to achieve their potential.
• The post holder will be required to care and educate the children in your care and promote learning of the curriculum of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• You must be able to help and encourage children to explore activities by giving them opportunities and choices to further develop their experiences.
• A friendly and supportive approach is needed.

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All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.