Battle (On-Site)
Permanent, Full time
No DBS check required
£24,027 per annum
37
Job introduction
About the role
Claverham Day Nursery in Battle East Sussex requires qualified Nursery Assistants to join our friendly team.
We believe in providing a safe, stimulating, and fun environment where children can explore, learn, and grow. Our nursery is known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and our commitment to high-quality early years education. The role requires an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education or a relevant equivalent qualification.
The successful candidate will:
- be an enthusiastic and excellent Early Years practitioner, who is able to engage children through preparing and participating in a range of play based activities that promote each child’s physical, intellectual and emotional needs.
- work with the supervisor to create an exciting and purposeful learning environment.
- act as a key worker, forming a close, caring relationship with their allocated children and communicating with their parents and carers.
- be flexible and able to work closely with other EYFS team members
- be keen to engage in continuing professional development.
What we offer:
- A supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunities for training and development.
- A nursery that is forward thinking and keen to develop best practice in the care and education of nursery aged children.
- Entry into the LGPS pension scheme.
- Access to Battle Sports Centre
The position is 37 hours per week, 5 days a week, 52 weeks a year. The position is paid on Single Status Grade 3, Point 7 £24,027 per annum.
For an application form and pack please visit our website at www.claverham.org or alternatively please phone Mrs S Hennessy (Nursery Manager) on 01424 774548.
Claverham Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Closing Date: Friday 07 March 2025
Working pattern: Full-time
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
Additional information
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.
Company information
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.