Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Nursery Nurse

The closing date is 13 April 2026

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a qualified nursery nurse to join our busy and successful nursery. you will need to hold a relevant childcare qualification to level 3 or above. Experience of working with children is desirable. You will need to have a good understanding of child development, the EYFS, OFSTED standards and an OFSTED approved Paediatric First aid and life support training. You will need to be able to complete relevant paperwork, plan and carry out activities to support the children's learning and development. The ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative is also desirable

Main duties of the job

Work as part of a team to meet the needs of children from 3 months to 5 years of age

Plan, observe and carry out age appropriate activities

Carry out regular assessments on the children's development

Liaise with parents and carers

Be understanding of children's needs and emotions

Complete paperwork on time

About us

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.

We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.

Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.

Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.

We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose.When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.

Date posted

31 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

381-CO-7679437

Job locations

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Sandwell Day Nursery, Lyndon

West Bromwich

B71 4HJ

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a qualified nursery nurse to join our established team. You will need a full and relevant childcare qualification.A busy nursery where every day is different offers you the chance to develop your knowledge and skills, we also offer additional training opportunities.Being able to work in a sometimes noisy environment with an established team who support each other offers candidates the opportunity to play a vital role in the team. Sound knowledge of child development and being able to plan, carry out and evaluate age appropriate activities to help the children grow and meet their full potential is an essential part of the jobCommunication is essential for this role as you will need to communicate with children, colleagues, parents and studentsSupporting children in their development is essential and being able to recognize if children need additional support is vital to the role

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Level 3 in childcare and education

Qualifications

Essential

Appropriate professional qualification NVQ 2 in Childcare or Early Years

Desirable

First Aid Certificate
Food Hygiene

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Level 3 in childcare and education

Qualifications

Essential

Appropriate professional qualification NVQ 2 in Childcare or Early Years

Desirable

First Aid Certificate
Food Hygiene

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

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Sandwell Day Nursery, Lyndon

West Bromwich

B71 4HJ

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Sandwell Day Nursery, Lyndon

West Bromwich

B71 4HJ

Employer's website

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