Nursery Nurse

MAIN PURPOSES AND SCOPE OF THE POST
To have a good understanding of the EYFS and how it informs your practice.
To be a key worker for a group of children providing a safe, caring and stimulating
environment to promote each child's development (social, physical,
intellectual, emotional and spiritual) to the best of his/her potential.
To work effectively within a team and be able to take direction from your room
leader and other senior members of staff.
To provide a non-discriminatory service sensitive to the needs of Croydon's multicultural community.
To work within statutory requirements, and Christian Family Concern's policies and
procedures, including:
Equal Opportunities Policy
Health and Safety Legislation
Complaints Procedure
Open files/recording
Safeguarding
Confidentiality
To be able to work successfully in partnership with parents for the benefit of their
children.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
To create a child-focused caring environment where each child's needs, e.g.
learning, diet, medication, health, etc are identified and addressed.
To supervise students on placements.
To demonstrate good teamwork and communication within the Nursery
environment.
To liaise with other childcare professionals.
To have a knowledge of child protection procedures.
To ensure the safety of the children in or outside of the nursery at all times.
To maintain a professional attitude towards children, parents and staff at all times.
To have an understanding of the Code of Practice for children with special
educational needs.
To undertake professional training in aspects of childcare as the need arises
through supervision with the Nursery Manager.
To work with other room staff to maintain a clean and tidy working environment.

SERVICE CONDITIONS
8am - 6pm
Salary and benefits
From £13.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience (salaries are
reviewed annually)
Generous staff childcare discount
Employer assistance programme
1 week Christmas closure
Pension Scheme
5.6 weeks annual leave incl. bank holidays (Additional week after 5 years' service)
Free DBS check
Free onsite parking
Free uniform