Nursery Assistant - Burley Park CC

Overview

Job title: Nursery Assistant
Salary: B1 £25,185 – £25,989 pro rata
Hours: 37 hours (all year round) – 8am to 6pm shift pattern
Contract: Permanent
Location: Little Owls Burley Park
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Are you interested in a career in childcare? Little Owls nurseries are currently recruiting for nursery assistants. Little Owls is a great place to progress in your childcare career and many of our nursery assistants move on to become managers. We support staff to learn and progress by offering regular training.

We are committed to the ambition of Child Friendly Leeds. Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.

Job purpose

Under the general direction of the Manager and senior staff, the Nursery Assistant role is to work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care which meets the individual needs of the children. To make and maintain positive relationships with the children and to safely meet the physical care and management needs of children. All staff support the services main purpose of encouraging and enabling children to develop behaviourally, educationally and emotionally, and to promote a culture of openness and trust.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality care and education for all children and support for families.
• Observe and monitor children’s development and contribute to reports of their progress.
• Liaise with and provide professional advice to parents, social workers and health visitors.
• Observe and monitor children’s development and contribute to written reports of their progress.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Liaise with local primary schools and prepare reports that will support the child’s transition into school.
• Report any injury or accident, ensuring health and safety of the individual is maintained.
• Understand and operate the policies and procedures for the administration of medication, including accurately recording and verifying drug sheets.
• Report any safeguarding concerns and follow Local Safeguarding Children Board Procedures.
• Support student placements and help prepare and present accurate reports to the Manager and/or college tutors.
• Provide educational visits for children and families, observing Health and Safety policies and making risk assessments as required.
• Support parents and families in the admission and transition of their children.
• Take responsibility for a group of children during any building evacuation.
• Participate in training and development activities to ensure up-to-date knowledge and skills.
• Undertake other duties appropriate to the post as required by the Service.
• Comply with Leeds City Council policies, procedures and staff instructions, including Health and Safety.
• Promote Leeds City Council\’s Equal Opportunities policies and work in an anti-oppressive manner.

Qualifications

Essential requirement: minimum of a relevant Level 2 qualification as defined by the Sector Skills Council for Childcare/ CWDC. See GOV.UK guidance for early-years qualifications. Note: degrees recognised by CWDC may be included if Early Years Professional Status is achieved.

Knowledge, Experience, and Skills

• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent; commitment to achieve if not present within 2 years; current Paediatric First Aid or commitment to achieve within 3 months as required by EYFS framework.
• Knowledge of current legislation and guidance relating to Sure Start Children’s Centres, EYFS, Childcare Act, Ofsted framework, SEN Code of Practice, and safeguarding.
• Experience of working with children and/or families; experience in a nursery or childcare environment; ability to plan and organise play experiences; ability to write reports and plans documenting children’s learning, development and wellbeing.
• Ability to safeguard children, work with parents and carers, and support children with special educational needs in an inclusive setting.
• Ability to complete risk assessments and use ICT (Word/Excel).
• Flexible approach to working hours and ability to change shift patterns as required.

What We Offer You

• Competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays.
• Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions.
• Clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities.
• A range of staff benefits to support wellbeing and financial wellbeing.

How To Apply

Apply for this job online. Read the guidance for further advice. Ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application. For queries or an informal chat about the role, contact: Andrea Smith, Children and Family Service, Tel: 0113 3784516, Email: andrea.smith@leeds.gov.uk.

Applications are assessed for shortlisting every two weeks. Interviews are held regularly to fill vacancies in our nurseries. Successful applicants will be employed by LCC and could be asked to work at any Little Owls Nursery city-wide. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. A DBS check will be carried out on preferred candidates. Leeds City Council is an equal opportunity employer with diversity statements and recognitions.

All new Leeds City Council appointments are subject to a six-month probationary period. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK or be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route where applicable.