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Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Bank Nursery Assistant, Band 2

The closing date is 13 August 2025

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Job summary

We have the exciting opportunity for a Unqualified Nursery Assistant to join our team at Little Oaks Nursery(GRH) and/or Little Apples Nursery (CGH). We are looking for a dedicated enthusiastic person to work within our nursery working with children aged 0-5 years

The nursery opens from 07:00 - 18:00 Monday to Friday (closed bank holidays)

You should be the kind of person who can create a stimulating and fun environment with excellent communication skills both verbal and nonverbal at all levels, with a passion for 'In the Moment planning'.

In return you'll benefit from a happy, supportive environment, good training opportunities, holiday and sickness package along with a NHS Pension scheme.

The Trust have two busy workplace nurseries based at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital.

Hours: Bank Hours subject to demand and needs

Base: Little Oaks Nursery, GRH or Little Apples CGH

Salary: Band 2

Main duties of the job

The role includes meeting the diverse needs of children aged 3 months - 5 years, managing their time effectively in helping with observations and development records. Supporting the Nursery Nurse in the needs of our parents and guardians acting professionally, compassionately and consistently in day to day and sensitive situations.

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Details

Date posted

29 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£12.51 an hour (pro rata if part time)

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

318-25-T0551

Job locations

Trustwide- Gloucestershire Royal Hospital (Little Oaks Day Nursery) and Cheltenham General Hospital (Little Apples Nursery)

Gloucestershire

GL1 3NN


Job description

Job responsibilities

1.0. To ensure the requirements of Ofsted National Standards and all other regulatory bodies are met at all times.

2.0. To adhere to the nursery Policy document and Operational plan and bring to the attention of the Manager any ineffective practice.

3.0. To actively promote good working practice and hold a high regard for the delivery of quality, flexible childcare ensuring that the nursery provides a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children and parents, promoting positive play experiences at all times.

4.0. Support nursery staff to promote the successful implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage through effective curriculum planning.

5.0. To work as part of a team and support/guide Students ensuring that they are encouraged to reach maximum potential.

6.0. Actively promote diversity both in relation to childcare provision generally and in the nurseries, ensuring that a culturally sensitive environment is maintained.

7.0. Support nursery staff to ensure maximum use of available resources to support the nursery achieve a break-even basis at the end of each financial year.

8.0. Considerable flexibility is required to meet the changing needs of the children.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1.0. To ensure the requirements of Ofsted National Standards and all other regulatory bodies are met at all times.

2.0. To adhere to the nursery Policy document and Operational plan and bring to the attention of the Manager any ineffective practice.

3.0. To actively promote good working practice and hold a high regard for the delivery of quality, flexible childcare ensuring that the nursery provides a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children and parents, promoting positive play experiences at all times.

4.0. Support nursery staff to promote the successful implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage through effective curriculum planning.

5.0. To work as part of a team and support/guide Students ensuring that they are encouraged to reach maximum potential.

6.0. Actively promote diversity both in relation to childcare provision generally and in the nurseries, ensuring that a culturally sensitive environment is maintained.

7.0. Support nursery staff to ensure maximum use of available resources to support the nursery achieve a break-even basis at the end of each financial year.

8.0. Considerable flexibility is required to meet the changing needs of the children.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Essential

  • Childcare experience
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to communicate and engage in children's interests
  • Effective time management

Desirable

  • Paediatric first aid
  • Food handling training
  • Safeguarding training
  • To have knowledge of the EYFS
  • To have an understanding of observation, assessment and planning and to be able to support nursery staff with development paper work
Person Specification

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Essential

  • Childcare experience
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to communicate and engage in children's interests
  • Effective time management

Desirable

  • Paediatric first aid
  • Food handling training
  • Safeguarding training
  • To have knowledge of the EYFS
  • To have an understanding of observation, assessment and planning and to be able to support nursery staff with development paper work

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide- Gloucestershire Royal Hospital (Little Oaks Day Nursery) and Cheltenham General Hospital (Little Apples Nursery)

Gloucestershire

GL1 3NN


Employer's website

https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide- Gloucestershire Royal Hospital (Little Oaks Day Nursery) and Cheltenham General Hospital (Little Apples Nursery)

Gloucestershire

GL1 3NN


Employer's website

https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Trust Childcare Manager

Sarah Penston

sarah.penston@nhs.net

07812472373

Details

Date posted

29 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£12.51 an hour (pro rata if part time)

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

318-25-T0551

Job locations

Trustwide- Gloucestershire Royal Hospital (Little Oaks Day Nursery) and Cheltenham General Hospital (Little Apples Nursery)

Gloucestershire

GL1 3NN


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