Nursery Nurse
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 02/09/2026
- Closes
- 16/09/2026
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Role summary
This role involves creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 6 weeks to school age, supporting their development and meeting any additional needs. You will ensure the health and well-being of children, actively monitoring and recording their progress. Adherence to OFSTED standards, child protection procedures, and Trust policies is essential.
Essential criteria
- NNEB /BTEC/NVQ 3 in Early Years Care and Education or equivalent
- GCSE English grade C or equivalent in English
- Demonstrable communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of the Requirements of the Childcare Act 2009
- Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities and processes
- Knowledge of Ofsted standards & regulations
- Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage
Desirable criteria
- Relevant experience within a childcare setting
- Work placement experience within a childcare setting
- NNEB /BTEC/NVQ 3 in Early Years Care and Education or equivalent
- GCSE English grade C or equivalent in English
- Demonstrable communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of the Requirements of the Childcare Act 2009
- Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities and processes
- Knowledge of Ofsted standards & regulations
- Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Relevant experience within a childcare setting
- Work placement experience within a childcare setting
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
This advert: £25,760 – £27,476 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 5d ago · Closes in 10d
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South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Nursery Nurse
The closing date is 16 September 2026
Job summary
To provide a happy caring and stimulating environment for children aged 6 weeks to school age
Enabling all children to develop to their full potential recognising the need for support and meeting the additional needs of the children
To ensure the health and well-being of the children in our care
To actively contribute to the monitoring and recording of children's progress and development and the sharing of information with other childcare professionals
Main duties of the job
To adhere to OFSTED Standards & Regulations
To ensure compliance with child protection procedures
To adhere to Trust and nursery policies and procedures
To maintain the health & safety of the children in our care carrying out risk assessments as required
To take the lead in challenging and providing quality care and education
About us
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organisations.
**Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experie
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