Job overview
Little Millers Day Nursery, situated onsite at King's Mill Hospital, is dedicated to providing exceptional care and early childhood education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old. Our nursery operates Monday to Friday, 7.30a.m-5.30p.m offering a nurturing environment where children can thrive and grow. We are committed to fostering each child's development journey, enabling them to reach their full potential.
We are seeking a NVQ Level 2 Qualified Nursery Assistant to join our passionate team. The successful candidate the ability to work effectively as part of a team along with good verbal and written communication skills. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check.
You will be responsible for planning and implementing engaging activities that support the individual learning journey of each child, while maintaining a safe and stimulating environment. We are looking for someone who is able to work flexibly during the nursery opening hours.
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Main duties of the job
To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a childcare setting
Qualifications
Essential
- Working towards NVQ2 in Childcare & Education, or an equivalent qualification or minimum experience (see experience)
Desirable
- A willingness to gain NVQ 3 in Childcare & Education
Further Training
Essential
- A commitment to undergo ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Basic Food Hygiene to be gained within 6 months
- Paediatric First Aid to be gained within 6 months
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Practice Guidance and the Statutory Framework
- Safe Guarding Children policy and procedure
- Basic Keyboard skills
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This advert is for Bank Nursery Assistant with Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Little Millers Day Nursery. It is listed as a Band 2 Nursing assistant role. The advertised salary is £24,465 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 31 Aug 2026.
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