- Salary
- £12 – £13
- Workplace
- Remote
- Type
- Full-time, Contract
- Department
- Healthcare
- Seniority
- Senior
- Source
- Pinpoint
Description
Nursery Bank staff
Application Deadline: 26 September 2027
Department: Little Elms Shirley
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Little Elms Daycare Nursery Shirley Limited
Description
Little Elms is a family run business where people really matter, feel valued and have a voice. Whilst all of our nurseries provide exceptional levels of quality care and education, they are all completely unique! Our Catford Green nursery are looking for Nursery Assistants and Nursery Nurses to work as bank staff covering shifts working on a zero hours contract.
Benefits on offer include:
- Hourly Rate: £12.50-£13.50 per hour
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA)
- Generous Childcare discount
- Fantastic Transport Links
- Free uniform is provided
- Opportunities across all 10 of our nurseries for progression
The ideal candidate must have:
- A full & relevant Level 2 or above qualification in Early Years
- Experience working in a nursery
- An interest in working with young children (from 0-5 years)
- Team player
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to use initiative
- A passion for the Early Years
* This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and employment references *
* Little Elms Day care Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer *
Little Elms Day care Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
* Little Elms Day care Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer *
Little Elms Day care Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Key Responsibilities
Support the daily running of the nursery, ensuring a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children aged 0–5.
Work as part of the team to deliver high-quality care and early education.
Assist in planning and setting up age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development.
Supervise and engage with children during play, mealtimes, and rest periods.
Help maintain a clean, tidy and well-organised nursery environment.
Follow safeguarding procedures and health and safety policies at all times.
Build positive, professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
Observe and record children’s progress, sharing information with the team to support individual development.
Support children with personal care routines as needed (e.g. nappy changing, toileting, handwashing).
Contribute to creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that reflects the nursery’s values.
Skills
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