Graded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, Westwood Nursery provides 48 places for children aged 6 months to 5 years.

We currently have two vacancies:

0.6 fte (3 days per week, Mon, Tues, Weds) - fixed-term position to cover parental leave until June 2025
0.8 fte (4 days per week, Mon, Tues, Weds, Fri) - permanent position

About the role

You will play a key role in assisting the Room Leader and team in providing high quality childcare and education appropriate to the age and stage of development of the children. You will work to maintain a safe, secure and caring environment.

You will be required to complete tasks line with the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage. A core responsibility is planning and providing safe, appropriate, child-led and adult initiated experiences, activities and play opportunities indoor, outdoor and in out-of-setting contexts, which enable children to develop and learn. 

You will also maintain children’s records and carry out assessments, ensuring all policies and procedures are adhered to and implemented in the Nursery. Importantly, you will support the Room Leader acting as a role model in supervising and monitoring Nursery Assistants, casual workers, students and volunteers. 

You should:

• be a good team player with sound communication and organisation skills
• have knowledge and understanding of the EYFS curriculum with the ability to support the development of our children
• have a relevant first aid qualification
• have relevant qualifications (minimum NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education or above)
• be able to work in a team to observe, assess and plan as a key person
• be able to produce written documentation to support the progress of individual children, being sensitive to their needs.  

Further information

At Westwood Nursery, we aim to provide accessible, high-quality childcare for children of students, staff and the local community. We provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children learn and develop to their full potential and welcome everyone by supporting individual needs, abilities and interests.

The Nursery opening times are between 08:30 - 17:45, Monday - Friday. 

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Cara Ratukalou at cr2019@bath.ac.uk but please ensure you submit your application through our website.

An Enhanced Disclosure Baring Service (DBS) clearance will be required for this post.

What we can offer you

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

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We consider ourselves to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams. 

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to .

Find out from our staff what makes the 色中色 a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 22 May 2024

Department: Operations & Facilities Support

Salary: £23,144 to £24,533 pro rata

We have a really exciting opportunity for someone looking to step into a key leadership role within our Ofsted-rated "Outstanding" nursery setting.

About the role

As Nursery Room Leader, you will be at the heart of our nursery, leading by example and contributing to the growth and development of our young children. Your responsibilities will include:

• Inspiring Excellence: Enable an environment where each child flourishes, ensuring their individual needs are met and their progress celebrated.
• Guiding a Team: Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of dedicated people, nurturing their talents and fostering a collaborative atmosphere.
• EYFS: You’ll get to collaborate with colleagues to design engaging and innovative activities for our young children
• Networking: Interact with parents, ensuring open communication and involvement in their child's educational journey.

What we're looking for in you:

• A creative thinker with the ability to design and implement captivating activities that cater to diverse learning styles.
• Demonstrated experience in an early year’s setting, with proven leadership capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build rapport with children, parents, and colleagues.
• A commitment to safeguarding our children, ensuring their care and education are second to none.
• Hold a relevant childcare qualification (minimum Level 3) and a clear passion for early years education.

What You'll Gain:

• Career Growth: The chance to further your career in a nurturing environment that values your professional development.
• Impact: Make a lasting impact on the lives of young children, setting them on a path of lifelong learning.
• Support: Benefit from a collaborative team, ongoing training, and a leadership structure

About us

We're a nursery that sits at the heart of the 色中色 providing care for the children of our students, staff, and local residents. Safety, care, and inspiration are really important to us as our nursery is where children's potential is encouraged and celebrated. Every unique need, ability, and interest is welcomed here.

If you’re currently working as a Room Leader or have experience in early years, looking to take that next step into leadership, this is a great opportunity to join us on a full time basis.

Additional information

Please contact Cara Ratukalou, Childcare Services Manager, on CR2019@bath.ac.uk for an informal discussion about the role. Please ensure your submit your application through our website.

Please note, an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring (DBS) check is required for this role.

What we can offer you

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

.

We consider ourselves to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams. 

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to .

Find out from our staff what makes the 色中色 a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.

Closing Date: 22 May 2024

Department: Operations & Facilities Support

Salary: £25,138 to £28,759