Candidates must possess a minimum Childcare Level 3 qualification and have substantial experience in a nursery setting, demonstrating strong knowledge of child development and effective practices. The role requires flexibility to work varying shifts between Monday and Friday from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. Key qualities sought include leadership experience, a commitment to quality provision, and the ability to serve as a positive role model for both colleagues and children.
We are looking for an experienced senior practitioner to join the Staff Nursery at Great Ormond Street Hospital. The role will involve coordinating activities for children aged between 3 months - 5 years and working to provide a positive environment, fostering children's all-round development. This role is being a senior nursery nurse of a specific room and providing leadership and support for staff within the setting.
Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating the day-to-day operations for a particular age group.
- Responsibility for leading the planning, evaluation and next steps for children in a specific area.
- Monitoring observations and learning journals in adherence to nursery's protocols and the EYFS.
- To act as a key worker to named children, carrying out observations/developmental reports for each child and liaising with parents regularly
- Working inpartnership with the team, providing support and assistance in all areas of the nursery as necessary
- Act as a positive and professional role model to colleagues and children
To be considered for the role you will be:
You will need to have a minimum Childcare Level 3 qualification and extensive experience of working in a busy nursery environment, together with excellent knowledge of the child development and current practices. Ideally you will have a track record of leading and delivering quality provision.
This role will involve working varying shifts between the hours of Monday and Friday from 7.00 am - 7.00 pm so some flexibility is required.
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