Nursery Assistant inAberdeen inAberdeen PUBLISHED 11 SEP 2024
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Permanent - 37 hours per week - Little Acorns
We are pleased to offer applicants the opportunity to join our NHS Grampian Nurseries team at Little Acorns Day Nursery as one of our Nursery Assistants, which is based on-site of Royal Cornhill Hospital. The successful applicant will be responsible for supporting children from 6 months up to 5 year in their care, learning and development.
Applicants should ideally have relevant experience of working in a nursery setting and be willing to interact with the children at their individual levels, be proactive in the day to day care of the children and take forward planning and observations of their key children using the nurseries Interactive Learning Diary (ILD) system. They will aim to ensure that their overall needs are met through supporting both indoor and outdoor play. Candidates must show willingness to be part of the nursery team, be supportive and show good communication skills.
Applicants should be willing to work towards or have the following qualifications as per the SSSC requirements for the Nursery Assistant role; SVQ SSCYP SCQF Level 6 or NC in Childhood Practice or equivalent. Candidates will also be required to take forward further training to develop their continuous professional learning and development.
The role is full time, flexibility between the working hours of 6.45 a.m.-6.00 p.m. is required.
interviews are to take place on Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 October and will take place at Little Acorns.
Informal Enquiries Are Welcome, Please Contact Either
Ann Robertson, NHSG Childcare Co-ordinator/ Little Acorns Day Nursery Manager, or by email ot
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
RM193365 - Nursery Assistant - Band 2
Permanent - 37 hours per week - Little Acorns
We are pleased to offer applicants the opportunity to join our NHS Grampian Nurseries team at Little Acorns Day Nursery as one of our Nursery Assistants, which is based on-site of Royal Cornhill Hospital. The successful applicant will be responsible for supporting children from 6 months up to 5 year in their care, learning and development.
Applicants should ideally have relevant experience of working in a nursery setting and be willing to interact with the children at their individual levels, be proactive in the day to day care of the children and take forward planning and observations of their key children using the nurseries Interactive Learning Diary (ILD) system. They will aim to ensure that their overall needs are met through supporting both indoor and outdoor play. Candidates must show willingness to be part of the nursery team, be supportive and show good communication skills.
Applicants should be willing to work towards or have the following qualifications as per the SSSC requirements for the Nursery Assistant role; SVQ SSCYP SCQF Level 6 or NC in Childhood Practice or equivalent. Candidates will also be required to take forward further training to develop their continuous professional learning and development.
The role is full time, flexibility between the working hours of 6.45 a.m.-6.00 p.m. is required.
interviews are to take place on Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 October and will take place at Little Acorns.
Informal Enquiries Are Welcome, Please Contact Either
Ann Robertson, NHSG Childcare Co-ordinator/ Little Acorns Day Nursery Manager, or by email ot
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Permanent - 37 hours per week - Little Acorns
We are pleased to offer applicants the opportunity to join our NHS Grampian Nurseries team at Little Acorns Day Nursery as one of our Nursery Assistants, which is based on-site of Royal Cornhill Hospital. The successful applicant will be responsible for supporting children from 6 months up to 5 year in their care, learning and development.
Applicants should ideally have relevant experience of working in a nursery setting and be willing to interact with the children at their individual levels, be proactive in the day to day care of the children and take forward planning and observations of their key children using the nurseries Interactive Learning Diary (ILD) system. They will aim to ensure that their overall needs are met through supporting both indoor and outdoor play. Candidates must show willingness to be part of the nursery team, be supportive and show good communication skills.
Applicants should be willing to work towards or have the following qualifications as per the SSSC requirements for the Nursery Assistant role; SVQ SSCYP SCQF Level 6 or NC in Childhood Practice or equivalent. Candidates will also be required to take forward further training to develop their continuous professional learning and development.
The role is full time, flexibility between the working hours of 6.45 a.m.-6.00 p.m. is required.
interviews are to take place on Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 October and will take place at Little Acorns.
Informal Enquiries Are Welcome, Please Contact Either
Ann Robertson, NHSG Childcare Co-ordinator/ Little Acorns Day Nursery Manager, or by email ot
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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Here are 18 questions you could be asked if you apply for this job:
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1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your experience working in nursery settings?
2. What motivated you to apply for this Nursery Assistant position at Little Acorns?
3. How do you ensure that you create a welcoming and nurturing environment for children?
4. Describe your experience working with children aged 6 months to 5 years. What age group do you feel most comfortable with and why?
5. Can you provide an example of a successful activity or lesson plan you implemented in a nursery setting?
6. How do you approach and support children with different learning needs or developmental stages?
7. How do you communicate with children to ensure they feel understood and valued?
8. Describe a time when you had to resolve a conflict between children. What approach did you take?
9. How do you involve parents in their child's learning and development?
10. Can you explain how you would use the Interactive Learning Diary (ILD) system to track a child's progress?
11. Describe your approach to planning activities that support both indoor and outdoor play for children.
12. How do you see yourself contributing to the nursery team? Can you give an example of when you've worked effectively as part of a team?
13. What specific areas of professional development are you interested in pursuing further, and why?
14. How do you stay updated with best practices in early years education?
15. The role requires flexibility with working hours. Are you comfortable with this? How would you manage your time?
16. What does working in a diverse and inclusive environment mean to you?
17. Do you have any questions about the role or our nursery that you would like to ask?
18. How do you envision your role as a Nursery Assistant contributing to the overall mission of NHS Scotland?
1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your experience working in nursery settings?
2. What motivated you to apply for this Nursery Assistant position at Little Acorns?
3. How do you ensure that you create a welcoming and nurturing environment for children?
4. Describe your experience working with children aged 6 months to 5 years. What age group do you feel most comfortable with and why?
5. Can you provide an example of a successful activity or lesson plan you implemented in a nursery setting?
6. How do you approach and support children with different learning needs or developmental stages?
7. How do you communicate with children to ensure they feel understood and valued?
8. Describe a time when you had to resolve a conflict between children. What approach did you take?
9. How do you involve parents in their child's learning and development?
10. Can you explain how you would use the Interactive Learning Diary (ILD) system to track a child's progress?
11. Describe your approach to planning activities that support both indoor and outdoor play for children.
12. How do you see yourself contributing to the nursery team? Can you give an example of when you've worked effectively as part of a team?
13. What specific areas of professional development are you interested in pursuing further, and why?
14. How do you stay updated with best practices in early years education?
15. The role requires flexibility with working hours. Are you comfortable with this? How would you manage your time?
16. What does working in a diverse and inclusive environment mean to you?
17. Do you have any questions about the role or our nursery that you would like to ask?
18. How do you envision your role as a Nursery Assistant contributing to the overall mission of NHS Scotland?
Useful skills for a Nursery Assistant:
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To work as a Nursery Assistant in the UK, you typically need a combination of skills, qualifications, and personal attributes. Here are some key skills and qualifications that are generally required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues. Listening and explaining clearly is important.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building positive relationships with children and their families is essential for fostering a supportive learning environment.
3. Patience and Adaptability: Working with young children requires a lot of patience, as well as the ability to adapt to different situations and individual needs.
4. Organizational Skills: Keeping records, planning activities, and managing a classroom environment need good organizational abilities.
5. Creativity: Engaging children through fun and creative activities, arts and crafts, and games.
6. Observation Skills: Careful observation of children’s behaviour and development to assess their needs and progress.
7. Teamwork: Working well in a team with other staff members, as collaborations are key in a nursery setting.
Qualifications:
1. Formal Qualifications: While not always mandatory, having a qualification in childcare or early years education, such as:
- Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education
- Childcare NVQ
- Early Years Educator Qualification (Level 3)
2. First Aid Certification: A first aid qualification is often required to ensure the safety of children in your care.
3. Safeguarding Training: Understanding child protection and safeguarding practices is crucial.
4. Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A background check is necessary, as you will be working with children.
Personal Attributes:
1. Passion for Working with Children: Genuine interest and enthusiasm for helping children learn and grow.
2. Empathy and Understanding: Being sensitive to the needs and feelings of children.
3. Resilience: Ability to handle the emotional and physical demands of working with young children.
4. Positive Attitude: A cheerful disposition can greatly influence the children’s experience.
5. Cultural Awareness: Understanding diversity and being respectful of different backgrounds and family structures.
Experience:
- Experience working with children, whether through voluntary work, placements, or in childcare settings, can be a significant advantage when applying for positions.
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