Salary
£7.75 per hour
Location
LE5 4EF
Job Overview
Purpose of post
● To be trained to carry out the same duties as a Nursery Practitioner or Nursery Assistant
● To contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children. This includes creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities.
Key areas
● To work with children
● To attend all training as set out in your training agreement
● To complete all assignments set on time
● To work as part of the team
● To attend associated training deemed appropriate by the manager in consideration of your individual needs and wishes
● To liaise with a mentor and manager.
Duties and responsibilities:
● College attendance/meeting with training provider and completing assignments on time
● To attend team meetings and participate in sharing ideas
● Under supervision provide all aspects of care for children including washing, changing and feeding
● To assist with meeting the personal, social and emotional needs of individual children
● To provide adult-led interactions with children in the nursery
● To attend all training relevant to the role and deemed appropriate by the Manager/training provider
● To be aware of and abide by the nursery’s Safeguarding children and child protection policy and Confidentiality policy, and all other policies the manager deems appropriate
● Team work
● Support all staff and engage in a good staff team.
General
● Contribute to good standards of safety, hygiene and cleanliness in the nursery
● Undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature, as may be determined by the trainee’s supervisor from time-to-time
● Carry out duties at all times in compliance with the nursery’s equal opportunities policy
● Look upon the nursery as a "whole" to consider where your skills can be best utilised. Be constantly aware of the individual needs of all children
● Respect the confidentiality of all information received
● Ensure the provision of a high-quality environment to meet the needs of all individual children
● Develop and maintain strong partnerships and communications with parents/carers to facilitate day-to-day caring and early learning needs
● Be aware of the community profile of the nursery and uphold its standards at all times
● Be aware of all emergency and fire evacuation procedures
● Understand that, as part of training, you will be required to work across the nursery rooms.
Skills and Qualifications required
Skill 1 - Communication Skills
• Ability to listen actively and respond appropriately to children, parents, and colleagues.
• Clear, warm, and professional spoken and written communication.
• Helps build trust, support language development, and ensures safeguarding information is shared correctly.
Skill 2 - Teamwork & Collaboration
• Working effectively with colleagues and following instructions from supervisors.
• Supporting the wider nursery team (e.g. setting up activities, mealtimes, routines).
• Willingness to learn from experienced practitioners and contribute positively to the team.
Skill 3 - Patience, Empathy & Care
• A genuine interest in children’s development and wellbeing.
• Patience to support children at different developmental stages.
• Empathy to understand and respond to children’s individual needs, including SEND and cultural differences.
Skill 4 - Reliability & Professionalism
• Good timekeeping and consistent attendance.
• Following health & safety and safeguarding procedures.
• Taking responsibility for own learning and showing commitment to completing the apprenticeship.
Hours per week
30, Flexible, Monday to Friday 7.15am - 5.45pm
Closing Date
04/09/2025
Website
Apply for the job by visiting https://www.leicesteremploymenthub.co.uk/leicester-jobs-fund-2025/ljf-job-application/