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Job description

As a Nursery Assistant you will be supporting the childcare team in the delivery of programmes for children attending the nursery whilst providing them with a safe, motivating, caring and child-centred environment. You will ensure all activities meet the appropriate policies and procedures and follow, at all times, the roles and responsibilities and professional conduct set out by the nursery. .

Responsibilities

• To organise a range of activities that will be stimulating to the children.
• To look after the basic needs of all children at the nursery.
• To maintain health and safety procedures and a high level of hygiene at the nursery.
• To ensure that any food, drinks or bottles for children with allergies are prepared correctly and given correctly.
• To be involved in developing a partnership with the parents of the children at the nursery.
• To work in partnership with colleagues and be a valued team member within the nursery.
• To provide a warm, secure relationship with the children which will encourage emotional and social growth and self-expression.
• Report any accidents/incidents involving a child, immediately to the Nursery Manager.
• To assist the supervision and care of the children within the unit.
• To ensure confidentiality of information relating to the children and families and staff is upheld at all times.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Be willing to register to undertake QCF 2/3 Diploma in Children's Care, Learning and Development qualification within the first 12 months of employment start date, or currently working towards this qualification.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to a quality child centred environment.
• A good level of understanding of children's individual needs.

Desirable Skills

• QCF Level 2 Diploma in Children's Care Learning and Development.
• Certificate in Child Protection Training.
• High Scope Experience.
• Have worked with children in a day nursery setting.
• Have worked with children between the ages of 0-7.
• Valid Paediatric First Aid.