Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
28/03/2024
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 10/04/2024 23:59
Salary:
Grade 4 £23,500 - £24,702 per annum pro rata to hours worked
Employment Location:
Your normal place of work will be Louisa Nursery, Stanley, but you may be required to work at any Council workplace within County Durham
Further Information
We are looking for a full-time Nursery Assistant to join our team who can deliver high quality childcare services for families and children.
You will assist in the delivery of stimulating indoor and outdoor activities suitable for children in the 0 – 5 years age range.
WHAT IS INVOLVED?
Some of the duties of the Nursery Assistant role include, but aren’t limited to:
• To assist in leading the provision of a stimulating range of activities both indoors and out, relevant to the needs of children in the (0-5) years age range.
• To ensure parents feel welcome and at ease at in the setting by encouraging participation and discussions.
• To assist in maintaining high standards of hygiene with regard to children, equipment and the premises.
• To encourage the children to develop their independence and individuality within supportive group care, by working as a team member.
• Maintaining accurate records
• To observe, monitor and assess children’s learning in accordance with the EYFS.
We encourage you to contact Christine Lovell, Childcare Manager
Childcare Manager, via email at christine.lovell@durham.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.
WHAT WILL I NEED?
The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working within Early Years Foundation Stage as well as sound knowledge of Safeguarding procedures.
Required qualifications:
Level 3 Cache in Childcare and Education NVQ Level 3 in a Relevant Early Years Childcare and Education Qualification or equivalent Level 1 in Safeguarding Training. Experience working with SEN children.
Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria.
If successful, you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.
HOW TO APPLY
In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs.
Applications must be submitted on-line via the Northeast Jobs portal.
Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge.
Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews are scheduled to be held week commencing 15th April 2024.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
If you have any support needs or require assistance when applying for this role, please contact the Payroll and Employee Services Team via email PESCYPS@durham.gov.uk
BENEFITS AND REWARDS
We can offer you a range of employee benefits including competitive salaries, a generous leave entitlement of up to 32 days, a government pension scheme and various flexible and hybrid working options (benefits are subject to individual Terms and Conditions).
If you would like to know more, please follow this link: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise the value of difference, having a diverse talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and can provide support throughout the recruitment process, for more information please refer to the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion page on our website.
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PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL AFTER THE CLOSING DATE FOR NOTIFICATION FROM DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK AS YOU WILL NOT BE NOTIFIED BY ANY OTHER MEANS. PLEASE ENSURE YOU CHECK YOUR JUNK MAIL.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.