Nursery Assistant

On behalf of our client based in Larne we are seeking to recruit a Nursery Assistant on a full-time permanent basis.

Work Time: Full time Monday to Friday

Salary: To be discussed

Roles and Responsibilities

  • To ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care and development for children placed in the Day Nursery.
  • To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Manager and to give support to other personnel within the Day Nursery.
  • To adhere and enforce all policies and procedures in the Day Nursery
  • To assist the Manager and deputise in their absence.
  • Risk Assess all aspects of the Nursery to ensure a safe environment for staff, students, volunteers and children

Essential Criteria

  • Aged 18 and over
  • A minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Childcare & Education or equivalent qualification
  • Minimum of 1 years’ full time paid employment working within a childcare setting
  • To be passionate about providing high quality childcare
  • Flexible attitude to work
  • Warm and Enthusiastic
  • Good Communicator
  • Friendly
  • Team worker
  • Motivated and inspirational

Desirable Criteria

  • A valid driving license
  • Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate
  • Paediatric First Aid Certificate
  • Safe Guarding Training

Completed applications should be returned by 12noon on Wednesday 8 November 2017.

Applications can be returned by email to hr@employersforchildcare.org or posted to:

Employers For Childcare
Blaris Industrial Estate
11 Altona Road
Lisburn
BT27 5QB