Nursery Assistant - Level 3

Little Ducklings Childcare are looking for a Level

3 Nursery Assistant, to work in its Nursery and to assist

in the day-to-day operation of

the Nursery and comply with relevant legislation, the day care standards and

the Nursery’s policies and procedures. To be responsible for the wellbeing of

children, whose care has been entrusted to the Nursery. Little Ducklings Childcare

is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the

post, including checks

with Disclosure &

Barring Service and at least 2 references. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to

interview for roles within our Nursery. The position is full time (37 hours per week) - Between

the hours of 7:30am

– 3:30pm each day

– Term Time only. If you apply you will be expected to complete an

application form in order to be considered for the role. The role will be to assist the Nursery Managers

and Room Leaders

in the day-to-day organisation of the

nursery and: To ensure that the nursery is clean and tidy throughout the periods of operation and that all equipment is maintained to a high standard. To

report any Health & Safety issues. To work

with the Room Leader to plan and deliver a suitable programme of activities to

cater for children’s educational, social, emotional, recreational and welfare

needs, ensuring that the child’s

welfare as an individual and as a member of a group is paramount

at all times. To assist

with the preparation of feeds for young

children, to supervise

at meal times and to assist

with toilet needs. To attend

regular staff and room meetings

and positively contribute to the future development of the nursery. To report

to the Nursery Managers

or Room Leader if you suspect

a child is suffering from abuse maintaining confidentiality in the

Nursery and at all times. To report

immediately any incidents

of theft, fire,

accident or misbehaviour as necessary. To fully involve parents/carers on a daily basis and more formally

through parents open days/evenings

regarding their children’s development. To have an awareness

of the Foundation Stage Curriculum and Birth to Three Matters

Framework To contribute to records on individual children

and work as part of a team to evaluate their

progress. To make up allocated

children’s’ personal portfolios as per the key Person

system.