Nursery worker jobs

Both a nursery nurse and a helper work in the nursery.

Children of pre-school age who are patients of the National Health Service are looked for by our nursery nurses and nursery helpers.

a day at the office

You will spend the majority of your time as either a nursery nurse or a nursery assistant working on children's wards with our young patients and their families. Some will also work in hospital nurseries, caring for youngsters who are employees of the National Health Service (NHS). If you want to become an assistant in a nursery, you will do your job under the direction of a registered nursery nurse.

The following are examples of what nursery nurses and nursery assistants do:

ensuring that children are not just protected but also happy and stimulated

providing youngsters with knowledge via the medium of play

Providing assistance for children all along the clinical processes

fostering children's growth

While a kid is sick, it is important to keep up with his or her normal play routine.

establishing a setting that is welcoming to children

upkeep of playthings and recreational equipment

Finding strategies to entertain youngsters, especially those with unique needs and sensory requirements

assisting primary caregivers in their roles as parents of their children

In addition to that, certified nursery nurses could be an option.

oversee staff

arranging a schedule of activities for youngsters to participate in

Establish a schedule for the nursery's daily operations.

attend meetings

collaborate with other medical and healthcare experts both within and beyond the NHS.

Help children who have been neglected or mistreated.

encourage healthy communities and responsible parenting.

Where will I get employment?

You could find employment at healthcare facilities or out in the community. This could refer to children's wards, nurseries, or even outpatient sections at a hospital. When you work in the community, you can find employment at children's centers, community centers, or health centers. You might pay home visits to families, either on your own or in conjunction with health visitors.

Who will I be collaborating with?

When you work in a nursery, whether as a nursery nurse or a nursery assistant, you'll collaborate closely with the parents and other caregivers. You won't only be working with health play workers, but also with nurses, health visitors, and midwives among other experts in the healthcare field. You could also collaborate with community service providers.

Entry requirements

The qualifications needed to work as a nursery assistant are not predetermined. Employers anticipate a high level of reading and numeracy from their employees and may want GCSEs or certificates that are similar. A qualification in childcare, such as an NVQ or BTEC, may be required for certain jobs in the field. In most cases, they look for candidates who have previous experience in the field of child care. This expertise may have been gained via paid or unpaid work, such as babysitting or working in a family setting. Apprenticeships in a variety of fields, including those relating to child care, are sometimes offered. Learn more about the many types of apprenticeships.

Qualifications in childcare or early years are often required of nursery nurses. This may be anything like, for instance,

Diploma in Child Care and Education at Level 3 awarded by the NCFE CACHE.

The Children's Care, Learning and Development component of the BTEC National Diploma

Qualification in Children's Care, Learning, and Development at the NVQ Level 3

You need to have passed your GCSEs, which must have included English and arithmetic, or credentials that are similar to enter into a childcare degree.

The Early Years Qualifications list published by the Department of Education details the requirements for each level of childcare, including infant, toddler, preschool, and kindergarten.

Qualifications in areas such as food safety and emergency care may also be required by certain employers.

Abilities and distinguishing features of the individual

Both nursery nurses and nursery aides are required to have the following skills:

kind and considerate

interested in doing volunteer or paid work with children

inventive and fun

kind and comforting to talk to

ready to collaborate with the guardians and guardians of the child

attentive to health and safety concerns

conscious of the importance of kid protection and safety measures

outstanding communication abilities, including the ability to listen, with both adults and children

excellent organising skills

excellent observing skills

Training and professional advancement

When you first begin working here, you will be provided with the necessary training, which will include an introduction to the department as well as its operating procedures. It's probable that your training may include topics like food hygiene, first aid, and safety precautions.

The employees at the nursery need to continue to educate themselves and improve their abilities. You will have the opportunity to participate in continuous training, which may at times focus on certain subjects such as those with special needs.

If a nursery assistant does not already have a certification in childcare, they will be strongly encouraged to pursue further education and get an NVQ, certificate, or diploma. It's possible that both nursery nurses and nursery assistants will have the opportunity to study for further certifications at some point.