Nursery Nurse - Crawley

2 Days Old

Are you passionate about giving children the best start in life? We're looking for a dedicated Nursery Nurse to join our friendly team and help create a safe, inspiring, and nurturing environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive.

Interested in learning more about this job Scroll down and find out what skills, experience and educational qualifications are needed.

About the Role

As a Nursery Nurse, you'll play a key role in delivering high‑quality childcare and supporting the day‑to‑day running of the nursery. You'll act as a role model within the Early Years team, ensuring that every child's individual needs are met and that families feel welcomed, informed, and supported.

This role is varied and hands‑on - perfect for someone enthusiastic about early years education and dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for children.

Key Responsibilities

Early Years Practice

Deliver high‑quality care in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Act as a key person, observing, planning, and evaluating children's development.
Build strong partnerships with parents and carers through regular communication.
Support room initiatives and contribute to nursery development projects.
Maintain accurate records and uphold excellent safeguarding practice.
Support and work towards achieving high standards in room audits and inspections.

People & Teamwork

Work collaboratively within the team, promoting equality, inclusion, and respect.
Assist with staff induction and support colleagues to ensure consistency of care.
Help the management team maintain staffing ratios at all times.

Health & Safety

Follow all health and safety procedures and promote safe working practices.
Proactively identify and manage risks within the nursery environment.

Family Experience & Marketing

Support open days, events, and marketing activities as needed.
Contribute positively to show rounds by presenting a professional and welcoming environment.
Participate in social media and promotional activities when required.

Environment & Maintenance

Look after equipment and resources, reporting any issues promptly.
Ensure supplies and materials are well‑stocked and readily available. xbpsjku

Person Specification

Essential

Full and relevant Early Years qualification
Strong working knowledge of the EYFS
Awareness of Ofsted requirements
Experience working in a team
Customer service experience
Good understanding of health & safety
Knowledge of equal opportunities legislation
Safeguarding training
Paediatric first aid
Satisfactory enhanced DBS check

Desirable

Previous experience working in a similar role

Safeguarding & Compliance

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be required to:

Provide proof of right to work in the UK
Complete a suitability declaration
Undergo an enhanced DBS check
Provide two satisfactory references
Submit a certificate of good conduct if applicable (for those who have lived abroad)

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Location:
Crawley
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education And Training

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