Nursery Practitioner

Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Are you passionate about giving children the best start in life?

Would you like a job where you can make a difference that could last a lifetime?

A job where you can watch children learn, grow and flourish?

If this sounds like you please apply to join our friendly team.

At Honey Bees the children's learning and interests are our priority. You'll find us encouraging the children's curiosity by exploring the outdoor environment, getting messy and creative, making and baking, inventing and imagining...and after all that some of our little ones may have a snooze in the garden!

Every day is different with unlimited possibilities that can make a day magical.

Please note: To be successful in the role you will need to be qualified to a minimum level 3 in Childcare or equivalent.

To find out more about the nursery please click here or follow this link: https://www.nhscareerssouthwestlondon.nhs.uk/join-honey-bees-nursery

Shifts and Accessibility:

You will work either a 7.00am to 3.15pm shift OR a 9.15am to 5.30pm shift on alternating days. This is a 7.5-hour shift, totalling only 37.5 hours per week.

We have excellent transport links. Norbiton Station is at the end of the road & there are numerous buses that stop on the hospital site or at the end of the road.

Main duties of the job

You'll be caring for infants aged 3 months to a year, in groups of six, alongside another qualified staff member.

1. To maintain a high standard of care for every child.

2. To be aware of all needs of the children who attend the nursery and encourage their development in every area.

3. Plan activities using Birth to Five Matters curriculum as guidance to ensure your key children have effective Individual Development Maps that link to planning and provide observations recording their development.

4. To ensure key children's Learning Journeys are kept up to date and regularly reviewed. In conjunction with this work with the parent to ensure they understand the relevance of the Learning Journey and the importance of the input they have in them.

5. To work efficiently and competently as part of a team, ensuring staff are informed of any changes that may affect the children or nursery.

6. Provide support to your colleagues ensuring ratios are maintained.

7. Be flexible to provide cover as required.

About us

What makes Honey Bees Nursery a great place to work?

You'll be joining a fantastic team of 23 experienced nursery practitioners who love what they do. We're based onsite at Kingston Hospital, so we only look after children whose parents work at the hospital. This unique setting allows us to become fully immersed in the hospital community, with both our staff and children actively participating in hospital events and initiatives.

Our focus is on providing rich learning experiences for our children. From exploring local parks like Richmond Park and Hampton Court to exciting adventures in London, we believe in creating opportunities for growth and development. We encourage your creativity and welcome your ideas to enhance our children's learning experience.

Our last Ofsted rating in February 2024 was a solid 'Good', with the inspector stating " Children are confident and happy in this extremely nurturing environment. The home-from-home feel and the strong relationships children have with staff help them to thrive at nursery and feel emotionally secure.

If you're looking for truly satisfying work, in an environment that is friendly and fun, with support and leadership that's second to none. Please get in touch, we'd love to tell you more about working with us.

Date posted

15 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£28,622 to £30,225 a year pa. pro rata inclusive of HCAS (Outer)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

396-NN-6195488-AHP-Z-A

Job locations

Staff Day Nursery

Wolverton Avenue

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure that you have read the job description and person specification and that your supporting statement reflects these, as your application will be assessed and scored against these criteria.

Our fantastic Staff Day Nursery is based in the grounds of Kingston Hospital and provides day care for children, aged 3 months to 4 years, whose parents/carers are employed by Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

Hear from our team, and find out what it's like to work at Honey Bees - Click here to find out! OR follow this link: https://www.nhscareerssouthwestlondon.nhs.uk/join-honey-bees-nursery

Job description

Job responsibilities

Hear from our team, and find out what it's like to work at Honey Bees - Click here to find out! OR follow this link: https://www.nhscareerssouthwestlondon.nhs.uk/join-honey-bees-nursery

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Minimum level 3 qualification in child care and education. (NNEB, NVQ 3 in C&E, CACHE 3 etc)

Desirable

First Aid Course
Food Hygiene

Experience

Essential

Minimum 1 years recent experience of working with children between the ages of 3 months to 5 years.(within the past 6 months). For newly qualified staff this can include placements

Desirable

1 years' experience of working with children, for newly qualified staff this can include placements

Skills

Essential

Good organisational, record keeping and planning skills
Excellent communication skills, with children, colleagues, advisors and parents/carers
Empathy with children, colleagues and parents/carers.
A positive approach to inclusive practice, with children and colleagues.

Knowledge

Essential

Sound knowledge of child development and current legislation and guidance relating to this
Comprehensive knowledge of child development.

Desirable

A thorough knowledge of how to manage any child protection issues.

Other

Essential

Enthusiasm and passion for working with young children
A commitment to the provision of high quality childcare

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Minimum level 3 qualification in child care and education. (NNEB, NVQ 3 in C&E, CACHE 3 etc)

Desirable

First Aid Course
Food Hygiene

Experience

Essential

Minimum 1 years recent experience of working with children between the ages of 3 months to 5 years.(within the past 6 months). For newly qualified staff this can include placements

Desirable

1 years' experience of working with children, for newly qualified staff this can include placements

Skills

Essential

Good organisational, record keeping and planning skills
Excellent communication skills, with children, colleagues, advisors and parents/carers
Empathy with children, colleagues and parents/carers.
A positive approach to inclusive practice, with children and colleagues.

Knowledge

Essential

Sound knowledge of child development and current legislation and guidance relating to this
Comprehensive knowledge of child development.

Desirable

A thorough knowledge of how to manage any child protection issues.

Other

Essential

Enthusiasm and passion for working with young children
A commitment to the provision of high quality childcare

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.