Early Years Educator

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

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Job summary

Early Years Educator - NHS Workplace Nursery (Brighton)

Preschooler 3 years and above

MUST BE QUALIFIED LEVEL 2-3 NVQ/BTEC in Early Years Care & Education

NHS AFC Band 3

Part Time 3 days per week per week

Do you hold a full & relevant childcare qualification, experience working in a nursery & have good knowledge about the EYFS?

We are seeking a qualified Level 2/3 Early Years Educator to work in our NHS nursery in Brighton

This is a great opportunity to join the NHS? Are you looking for a part time and interesting role in childcare? Ofsted rated 'Good' 2024.

Sussex House Nursery, Royal Sussex County Hospital, is a NHS workplace that has a team of highly professional, workforce where the needs of children come first.

Inspected by Ofsted this year we credit ourselves at being a fun, friendly & supportive team that strives for the best outcomes for children.

Excellent Annual leave Entitlement

Excellent NHS Pension

We are looking for someone who is motivated, flexible, & passionate about the care & learning of children under the age of 5 years.

You will be working with highly skilled & dedicated staff who understand the importance of providing excellent childcare for working families.

The post is to work part time (possibly Monday & Tuesday) however additional hours on a flexible adhoc basis will be considered.

The Sussex House Nursery cares for babies & young children. We are open from 7am- 6pm, staff shifts are to cover operational hours.

Main duties of the job

To work alongside colleagues to provide a high-quality childcare service by creating a safe and stimulating atmosphere for children to play, learn and develop.
To work alongside colleagues in the delivery of an effective EYFS curriculum that supports the children's interest and stage of development.
To work with the nursery daily routine; working within the indoors/outdoors learning areas and local community.
To engage with children in creative and sensory play
To be a 'Key Worker' to a small group of children support and develop their care and educational needs.
Provide caring support and good communication with parents/carers and children, understanding and appreciating diversity

For further information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Date posted

22 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Compressed hours

Reference number

279-6682329-OCT24-A

Job locations

Sussex House Nursery, Sussex House, Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton

1 Abbey Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work alongside colleagues to provide a high-quality childcare service by creating a safe and stimulating atmosphere for children to play, learn and develop.
To work alongside colleagues in the delivery of an effective EYFS curriculum that supports the childrens interest and stage of development.
To work with the nursery daily routine; working within the indoors/outdoors learning areas and local community.
To engage with children in creative and sensory play
To be a 'Key Worker' to a small group of children support and develop their care and educational needs.
Provide caring support and good communication with parents/carers and children, understanding and appreciating diversity

For further information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work alongside colleagues to provide a high-quality childcare service by creating a safe and stimulating atmosphere for children to play, learn and develop.
To work alongside colleagues in the delivery of an effective EYFS curriculum that supports the childrens interest and stage of development.
To work with the nursery daily routine; working within the indoors/outdoors learning areas and local community.
To engage with children in creative and sensory play
To be a 'Key Worker' to a small group of children support and develop their care and educational needs.
Provide caring support and good communication with parents/carers and children, understanding and appreciating diversity

For further information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Childcare Qualification NVQ Level 2 or 3

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Experience working with children under the age of 5 years
Experience with with Young Toddlers and Babies
Experience with Parent Partnership Working
Experience working within a Team environment
Knowledge of Early Years Milestones
Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection
Understanding of Diversity and Equality Practice for Children, Families and Staff
Awareness of Health, Hygiene and Safety procedures in the workplace

Desirable

Experience of being a Key Worker to a group of children
Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Food Hygiene Certificate
Experience of working in other Early Years settings
Experience of Special Educational needs and requirements
Demonstrate Excellent Verbal and Good Written skills

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Childcare Qualification NVQ Level 2 or 3

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Experience working with children under the age of 5 years
Experience with with Young Toddlers and Babies
Experience with Parent Partnership Working
Experience working within a Team environment
Knowledge of Early Years Milestones
Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection
Understanding of Diversity and Equality Practice for Children, Families and Staff
Awareness of Health, Hygiene and Safety procedures in the workplace

Desirable

Experience of being a Key Worker to a group of children
Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Food Hygiene Certificate
Experience of working in other Early Years settings
Experience of Special Educational needs and requirements
Demonstrate Excellent Verbal and Good Written skills

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.