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Level 3 Full and Relevant for Early Years for a Band 3 or Band 2 for candidates that have a passion to work with children but have no relevant childcare qualification - Bank  positions  based in Little Apples Nursery, Cheltenham and Little Oaks Nursery at Gloucester Working shifts between 7am - 6pm.

Come and work in our team, many of whom have been with the nursery since the early days. Be part of an important and high-profile organisation offering the best NHS childcare.

When you join Gloucestershire Hospitals you can look forward to a warm welcome from our experienced team, a future full of opportunities and support, and a whole range of other NHS benefits you may not find at other nurseries. 

Enjoy your job, every day is different at Little Apples and Little Oaks, a day full of fun for the children and the staff. Arrive with a smile and leave with one too.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, approachable and have plenty of energy and enthusiasm. With a passion for childcare, you will bring your experience and ideas to our friendly and welcoming team.

The Gloucestershire Hospitals Nurseries began operating over 30 years ago and are located in Gloucester and Cheltenham. The nurseries offer full day care for 52 weeks per year, from 7.00am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday for children up until the age of 5.

We employ a high calibre of staff, ranging from Nursery Trainees to Degree Level practitioners. 

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

Meeting the diverse needs of children aged 3 months to 5 years.

To manage time effectively to complete additional duties such as planning and completing developmental records.

Meeting the needs of the parents/guardians acting professionally, compassionately and consistently in day to day and sensitive situations  

Personal specification

- Hold a level 3 or equivalent in childcare

- First Aid for people who work with young children

- Safe Guarding and Basic food hygiene training

- To have knowledge and understanding of Early Years Foundation stage.

- To have understanding of observation, assessment and planning and able to complete learning journeys and development paper work  

- Excellent interpersonal skills and effective time management skills

- Ability to communicate, engage children’s interest and facilitate their learning through fun play activities

- Conscientious and consistent and to be able to prioritise

- Motivated and enthusiastic and to be able to act calm under pressure

Working for our organisation

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest employer in the county and with over 8,000 staff, we are one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK.  We offer a generous annual leave allowance, excellent bank rates, access to the excellent NHS Pension Scheme, discounts for local shops, restaurants and services, access to our health and well-being hub, access to our two on-site nurseries, flexible working options, discounted public transport, reward and recognition schemes, exercise and activity classes and membership to our popular hospital choir.