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.

Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely. 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.

?? 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. xehkeey 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) Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.