Asquith Nurseries

Nursery Assistant - 24hrs - Tonbridge, Kent

Kent, South East

£6.15 to £6.30 per Hour

Asquith is the UK’s leading provider of premium childcare with a portfolio of 81 Nurseries. With our team of expert trainers we take pride in the continuous development we offer to our staff, ensuring they become leaders of the future within Asquith. This is a great chance to become part of a fun and dynamic team.

Tonbridge Day Nursery is a 100 place nursery conveniently located on the West Kent College site near Tonbridge mainline rail station and the A21 with ample parking.

Tell me more about the responsibilities of a Nursery Assistant within Asquith?

•As a Nursery Assistant you will ensure that children are kept safe and when necessary follow safeguarding procedures
•Be a reliable member of the team, working co-operatively and with flexibility
•Observe each Childs progress and report on achievements
•Understand that each child is an individual and have a general understanding of childcare and child development
•Develop positive relationships with parents/carers, other staff and outside agencies
•Assist with planning a programme of activities, suitable for the age range of the children following the guidelines for the implementation of the EYFS.
•Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required
•Undertake a shared responsibility fro health, safety and cleanliness throughout the nursery

What experience and qualifications must I have to apply?

•Good Communication Skills
•Affinity with young children
•Ability to work as a reliable member of the team, developing positive relationships with colleagues, parents, children and outside agencies
•Ideally you will have an NVQ Level 2 in childcare

Position Type: Permanent (Part Time)
Contact: Leanne
Job Ref: NATON24
Job Posted: 03/02/2012
Job Start: Immediate
Application Close: On Going