At a Glance
- Tasks: Create a safe and stimulating nursery environment while planning engaging activities for children.
- Company: Join Hackney Education's dedicated nursery teams at Woodberry Down and Hillside.
- Benefits: Flexible shift hours, supportive team, and the chance to make a real difference in children's lives.
- Other info: Enhanced DBS check required; must be willing to work flexible hours.
- Why this job: Be part of a vibrant community, helping diverse families and shaping young minds.
- Qualifications: NVQ3 in childcare or equivalent with significant experience in diverse educational settings.
The predicted salary is between 25704 - 31416 £ per year.
Nursery Education Officers join the dedicated nursery teams at Woodberry Down Children and Family Hub and Hillside, part of Hackney Education. The work centres on a safe, healthy and stimulating nursery environment where children grow and develop in keeping with accepted good practice. The post runs shift-based flexible hours and needs substantial experience of culturally diverse childcare. It needs an enhanced DBS check and additional pre-employment checks, as the role involves regulated activity.
What the job involves:
- Help create a safe, healthy and stimulating nursery environment
- Plan activities that enable children to grow and develop in line with good practice standards
- Help improve outcomes for children through the nursery teams
- Work as part of a team serving diverse families in the community
- Work flexible hours within the centre's shift system
Qualifications:
- NVQ3 in childcare or equivalent
Experience:
- Significant professional experience of working in a culturally diverse educational childcare environment
Skills & knowledge:
- Good interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Good assessment skills
- Excellent communication
- Enthusiasm and commitment to rising standards
Checks & eligibility:
- Enhanced DBS check
- Additional pre-employment checks under Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance
Other:
- willingness to work flexible hours on a shift system
Nursery Education Officer – Woodberry Down and Hillside in London employer: London Borough of Hackney
Hackney Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. As part of the Safety, Health, Environmental Quality (SHEQ) team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on community safety while benefiting from comprehensive training and growth opportunities in the heart of London.
