Level 3 Nursery Nurse in Bognor Regis, West Sussex

MUST BE LEVEL 3 QUALIFIED and have at least 3 months experience working with children

Qualified Nursery Practitioner – Duties

• Provide high-quality care for children in line with statutory requirements, Ofsted guidance and the nursery's policies and procedures.
• Take on a key person role for designated children, building positive and trusting relationships with them and their families.
• Plan and provide engaging, age-appropriate activities and experiences that support children's learning and development.
• Complete regular observations and maintain accurate progress and development records.
• Support children's individual needs, interests and development, helping them to make progress and reach their potential.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers, listening to and responding appropriately to any concerns or queries.
• Maintain awareness of staffing requirements and ensure appropriate deployment of staff in line with Ofsted ratios.
• Carry out appropriate risk assessments and contribute to maintaining a safe environment.
• Administer medication in accordance with the nursery's medication policy and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean and hygienic environment for children and staff.
• Ensure children are appropriately supervised at all times and that staff are deployed safely across the nursery.
• Provide positive, high-quality interactions with children and actively engage them in learning and play.
• Support other practitioners, students and members of the wider nursery team where required.
• Maintain equipment and resources to a high standard.
• Follow all nursery policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Contribute to and uphold the nursery's ethos and approach to childcare.
• Attend staff meetings and required training, including opportunities for continued professional development.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Nursery Manager.

Right to work check, DBS and 2 references required