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Main area:
Early Years
Grade:
Band 3
Contract:
Permanent, Full Time
Hours:
25.5 hours per week (Part Time, Wednesday - Friday)
Job ref:
279-6796653-NOV24-A
Employer:
279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type:
NHS
Site:
Wendy House Nursery, Princess Royal Hospital
Town:
Haywards Heath
Salary:
£24,071 - £25,674 per annum pro rata
Salary period:
Yearly
Closing:
06/01/2025 23:59
About our Trust At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance.
Job overview Qualified LEVEL 2 / 3 in Early Years / Child Care
We are looking for an experienced Early Years practitioner whose area of expertise is Babies and young Toddlers to work in our NHS early years setting.
The post holder will be required to have a full and relevant Level 2/3 in Early Years with experience of working with children under 2 years old.
This is a qualified position, and the post holder will be required to support a 'Key Group' of children supporting their care and educational needs.
Main duties of the job
To work alongside colleagues to provide a high-quality childcare service by creating a safe and stimulating atmosphere for children to play, learn and develop.
To work alongside colleagues in the delivery of an effective EYFS curriculum that supports the children’s interest and stage of development.
To work with the nursery daily routine; working within the indoors/outdoors learning areas and local community.
To engage with children in creative and sensory play.
To be a 'Key Worker' to a small group of children supporting and developing their care and educational needs.
Provide caring support and good communication with parents/carers and children, understanding and appreciating diversity.
Person specification Knowledge and Experience
Childcare Qualification NVQ Level 2 or 3
Experience working with children under the age of 5 years
Experience with Young Toddlers and Babies
Experience with Parent Partnership Working
Experience working within a Team environment
Knowledge of Early Years Milestones
Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection
Understanding of Diversity and Equality Practice for Children, Families and Staff
Awareness of Health, Hygiene and Safety procedures in the workplace
Experience of being a Key Worker to a group of children
Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Experience of working in other Early Years settings
Experience of Special Educational needs and requirements
Demonstrate Excellent Verbal and Good Written skills
Important information for applicants Flexible Working:
If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks:
As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.
Closing adverts early:
Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
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Main area:
Early Years
Grade:
Band 3
Contract:
Permanent, Full Time
Hours:
25.5 hours per week (Part Time, Wednesday - Friday)
Job ref:
279-6796653-NOV24-A
Employer:
279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type:
NHS
Site:
Wendy House Nursery, Princess Royal Hospital
Town:
Haywards Heath
Salary:
£24,071 - £25,674 per annum pro rata
Salary period:
Yearly
Closing:
06/01/2025 23:59
About our Trust At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance.
Job overview Qualified LEVEL 2 / 3 in Early Years / Child Care
We are looking for an experienced Early Years practitioner whose area of expertise is Babies and young Toddlers to work in our NHS early years setting.
The post holder will be required to have a full and relevant Level 2/3 in Early Years with experience of working with children under 2 years old.
This is a qualified position, and the post holder will be required to support a 'Key Group' of children supporting their care and educational needs.
Main duties of the job
To work alongside colleagues to provide a high-quality childcare service by creating a safe and stimulating atmosphere for children to play, learn and develop.
To work alongside colleagues in the delivery of an effective EYFS curriculum that supports the children’s interest and stage of development.
To work with the nursery daily routine; working within the indoors/outdoors learning areas and local community.
To engage with children in creative and sensory play.
To be a 'Key Worker' to a small group of children supporting and developing their care and educational needs.
Provide caring support and good communication with parents/carers and children, understanding and appreciating diversity.
Person specification Knowledge and Experience
Childcare Qualification NVQ Level 2 or 3
Experience working with children under the age of 5 years
Experience with Young Toddlers and Babies
Experience with Parent Partnership Working
Experience working within a Team environment
Knowledge of Early Years Milestones
Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection
Understanding of Diversity and Equality Practice for Children, Families and Staff
Awareness of Health, Hygiene and Safety procedures in the workplace
Experience of being a Key Worker to a group of children
Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Experience of working in other Early Years settings
Experience of Special Educational needs and requirements
Demonstrate Excellent Verbal and Good Written skills
Important information for applicants Flexible Working:
If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks:
As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.
Closing adverts early:
Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
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