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Nursery Assistant

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Nurseplus

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Chichester

AI generated summary

  • You need NVQ Level 2/3 in Childcare or Early Years, CACHE Level 3 diploma, or a Foundation/Honours degree in Early Childhood Studies.
  • You will ensure children's safety and happiness, facilitate play-based learning, support development, create a welcoming environment, maintain toys, and keep records.

Requirements

  • Qualifications accepted to work with Nurseplus as a Nursery Assistant:
  • NVQ level 2/3 Childcare and Education
  • NVQ Level 2/3 Early years care and education
  • CACHE level 3 diploma in Childcare and Education
  • Foundation/honours degree in Early Childhood Studies

Responsibilities

  • Making sure that children are safe, happy and stimulated
  • Communicating information to children using play
  • Encouraging children’s development
  • Creating a child friendly environment
  • Maintaining toys and play equipment
  • Keeping records

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Nursery Assistant at Nurseplus?

As a Nursery Assistant at Nurseplus, your main responsibilities include ensuring children are safe, happy, and stimulated, communicating information through play, encouraging children's development, creating a child-friendly environment, maintaining toys and play equipment, and keeping records.

What qualifications do I need to work as a Nursery Assistant?

To work as a Nursery Assistant with Nurseplus, you should have one of the following qualifications: NVQ level 2/3 in Childcare and Education, NVQ Level 2/3 in Early Years Care and Education, CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education, or a Foundation/Honours degree in Early Childhood Studies.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours for a Nursery Assistant at Nurseplus are flexible to suit your needs, including options for full or part-time work, as well as days, evenings, and weekends.

How much does Nurseplus pay Nursery Assistants?

Nurseplus offers pay rates ranging from £12.50 to £14.25 per hour, with weekly pay.

Is there training provided for Nursery Assistants?

Yes, Nurseplus provides free training in line with the Care Certificate, as well as expert supervision and ongoing support.

Do I need to pay for a DBS check?

Yes, an enhanced DBS check, which costs £45.40, is required. However, this cost will be refunded after a set period of work.

Can I apply for multiple positions at Nurseplus?

No, you should only apply for one job. This application will cover any available positions, so do not apply for each location separately.

Is Nurseplus a reputable agency?

Yes, Nurseplus is an established agency that has been in operation since 2005, known for providing quality care staff.

Human Resources
Industry
201-500
Employees
2005
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Nurseplus are an established employment agency providing a quality care service for the healthcare sector delivered by our committed and experienced care staff and healthcare teams across England. We provide healthcare staff into Private & NHS Hospitals, Residential Care Homes, Learning Disability and Mental Health Units, Prisons, Schools and in the community to peoples own homes.