Asquith Nurseries

Nursery Nurse

Edinburgh, Scotland

£14,500 to £15,000 per Annum

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.

We are currently seeking a Level 3 qualified Nursery Nurse to join the team at our Edinburgh Day Nursery. Edinburgh Day Nursery is a friendly, welcoming extension of the family, rated 'Excellent’ by the Care Commission. We have an excellent reputation in the local area and run a waiting list. We’re based in a purpose-built setting within the David Lloyd Club at Gyle Park, Glasgow Road. It is ideally located close to the M8, city bypass, Haymarket station, Edinburgh airport and five minutes from Edinburgh Business Park. We have parking on site. Our opening hours are 8.00am - 6.00pm

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


As Nursery Nurse you will be a Key person carrying out all related responsibilities in building relationships with small groups of children and their families.
You will provide high standards of quality within the Nursery including the environment, resources and experiences offered to children.
Observe, support and extend children’s learning
Plan appropriately for children using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance.
Ensure that children are kept safe and that staff understand and when necessary follow safeguarding procedures.
Ensure that the nutritional needs of the children are met and the Food Safety Regulations are complied with.
Work with area SENCOs, EYFS advisors, health professionals and local Sure Start programmes as appropriate.
Undertake a shared responsibility for health, safety and cleanliness throughout the nursery.
What experience and qualifications must I have to apply?

Minimum Level 3 qualification or equivalent
Understanding of EYFS
Previous childcare experience
Possess leadership qualities
Excellent communicator
Asquith Nurseries are committed to ensuring everyone in our organisation is responsible for Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced CRB disclosure.

Due to a high level of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.

Position Type: Permanent (Full Time)
Contact: Jason Hebrard
Job Ref: NNED
Job Posted: 23/07/2012
Job Start: Immediate
Application Close: On Going