The Childcare Works project is funded by the Ministry of Defence Armed Forces Families Fund, the Armed Forces Covenant Fund, and the Armed Forces Covenant.
Only interest from partners of serving military personnel and partners of serving reservists will be considered.
National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA)
is a national charity and the membership association representing children’s day nurseries across the UK, giving them information, training, and support so they can provide the best possible care to young children. NDNA is the voice of the day nursery sector, an integral part of the lives of nearly one million children and their families. NDNA works with local and national government to develop an environment in which quality early years education and care can flourish. NDNA Cymru is the office for Wales. The Trainee Nursery Assistant will be supported by the NDNA Project Coordinator and supervised by the setting where they are assigned. Additional support will also be made available via the NDNA Cymru team. The Trainee Nursery Assistant will initially undertake a 4-week paid training programme, delivered remotely, to provide the necessary skills prior to undertaking a 12-week paid work placement within a childcare setting to support in securing further employment or training. The post holder will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. Main duties The main duties of the post holder will be: Support the care and early education of all children placed in the setting. Work effectively as part of a team and contribute ideas which support the smooth operation of the setting. Support effective communication and liaison between the setting, parents, other family members, other carers (e.g., childminders), and any external professionals. Support the delivery of a programme of activities suitable for the age range and developmental stage of each child in conjunction with other staff. Be alert to the personal and care needs of individual children and address these as required, e.g., feeding, toileting, sleep, play, etc. Follow and adhere to all policies and procedures. Work flexibly as directed across the nursery and be prepared to help where needed, including undertaking certain domestic jobs, e.g., cleansing of equipment and cleaning of premises. Maintain and respect confidentiality of any information received. Behave in ways that maintain the reputation of the nursery and uphold high standards at all times. Specific childcare tasks: Support in the preparation and completion of activities to suit each child's stage of development, interests, and needs. Engage in mealtimes and ensure that these are times of pleasant social sharing and conversation. Support in washing and changing children as required. For further information or to apply for a place on the project, contact: Claudia Wood – Project Manager Email: claudia.wood@ndna.org.uk Job Types:
Part-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 16 weeks Pay:
£11.44 per hour Expected hours:
16 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday Application question(s): Are you a partner of serving military personnel or a partner of a serving reservist? Work Location:
In person Application deadline:
14/02/2025 Reference ID:
Childcare Works - England Expected start date:
24/02/2025
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is a national charity and the membership association representing children’s day nurseries across the UK, giving them information, training, and support so they can provide the best possible care to young children. NDNA is the voice of the day nursery sector, an integral part of the lives of nearly one million children and their families. NDNA works with local and national government to develop an environment in which quality early years education and care can flourish. NDNA Cymru is the office for Wales. The Trainee Nursery Assistant will be supported by the NDNA Project Coordinator and supervised by the setting where they are assigned. Additional support will also be made available via the NDNA Cymru team. The Trainee Nursery Assistant will initially undertake a 4-week paid training programme, delivered remotely, to provide the necessary skills prior to undertaking a 12-week paid work placement within a childcare setting to support in securing further employment or training. The post holder will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. Main duties The main duties of the post holder will be: Support the care and early education of all children placed in the setting. Work effectively as part of a team and contribute ideas which support the smooth operation of the setting. Support effective communication and liaison between the setting, parents, other family members, other carers (e.g., childminders), and any external professionals. Support the delivery of a programme of activities suitable for the age range and developmental stage of each child in conjunction with other staff. Be alert to the personal and care needs of individual children and address these as required, e.g., feeding, toileting, sleep, play, etc. Follow and adhere to all policies and procedures. Work flexibly as directed across the nursery and be prepared to help where needed, including undertaking certain domestic jobs, e.g., cleansing of equipment and cleaning of premises. Maintain and respect confidentiality of any information received. Behave in ways that maintain the reputation of the nursery and uphold high standards at all times. Specific childcare tasks: Support in the preparation and completion of activities to suit each child's stage of development, interests, and needs. Engage in mealtimes and ensure that these are times of pleasant social sharing and conversation. Support in washing and changing children as required. For further information or to apply for a place on the project, contact: Claudia Wood – Project Manager Email: claudia.wood@ndna.org.uk Job Types:
Part-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 16 weeks Pay:
£11.44 per hour Expected hours:
16 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday Application question(s): Are you a partner of serving military personnel or a partner of a serving reservist? Work Location:
In person Application deadline:
14/02/2025 Reference ID:
Childcare Works - England Expected start date:
24/02/2025
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