Nursery Nurse Fixed term CC/2736

Salary: £23,197 - £23,334 (dyfarniad cyflog yn yr arfaeth)

Job Description and Person Specification

Coleg Cambria: An Introduction

At Coleg Cambria, our aim is to be an exceptional institute of education. Having recently received a glowing Estyn inspection, we feel this is a good start.

We provide a warm welcome to all students and staff to make Coleg Cambria a place you want to be a part of. To ensure our students get the best experience and results they can, we make sure the people employed with us are happy. We nurture a positive work environment, a constantly expanding and improving workforce, and offer the opportunity to challenge yourself. On top of all that we have a wide range of benefits to make sure our employees feel valued, including generous annual leave, a great pension package, discount membership to our on-site gyms, salons, and professional training restaurants.

Our 5 Campuses situated in the stunning North Wales area are constantly expanding and evolving. With strong relationships with multiple companies in the area we help give our students the best start to their careers and help the local economy thrive. Wales has a strong and proud culture we continue to grow these important values by being committed to raising the Welsh language profile. We are very proud of what we have built here and we are now looking for someone to enhance our already exceptional workforce.

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Role Title: Nursery Nurse

Location: Deeside

Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed term (April 2025)

Salary scale: £23,197 - £23,334 (pay award pending)

Here at Coleg Cambria we are looking for a full time Nursery Nurse to join us on a fixed term basis at our Toy Box Nursery based at our Deeside site.

The Toybox Nursery is our on-site nursery which provides full and part time places for the children of both staff and students of the college plus members of the local community. We offer good quality childcare, ensuring that both parents and children enter an environment that is warm and friendly, with care and education of the highest standard.

As a Nursery Nurse you will assist with all activities associated with the care and development of children, including their general health, welfare, safety and basic physical development. You will act as a key worker and assist with the organisation, planning and preparation for meals, activities, rest times, cleaning and laundry.

We are looking for someone that has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, showing personal drive and self-confidence, a strong team player who can work cooperatively with team members of all levels.

1. Qualified to NNEB, BTEC or NVQ Level 2/3 in Childcare Studies, with prior experience of working in a childcare establishment.
2. Knowledge of child welfare issues and understand the importance of setting goals and objectives.
3. Basic food hygiene and a first aid certificate would be preferable, although not essential as full training can be provided.
4. Enthusiasm, flexibility and able to work independently.

Welsh language skills are desirable for this position.

Coleg Cambria is committed to raising the profile of the Welsh language.

The promotion of the Welsh language is an essential part of the work we do. Applicants are welcome to submit an application in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favorably than an application submitted in English.

Application forms, explanatory material, information about the interview process and assessment methods and job descriptions all available in Welsh.

Coleg Cambria is a 'Disability Confident' Employer.

The promotion of Equality and Diversity is an essential part of the work we do and as part of this, the College is committed to having a diverse staff group.

The safety of children, young people and adults identified as 'vulnerable' is paramount and Coleg Cambria is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of these individuals and to the rigorous implementation of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) procedures and arrangements. A DBS Disclosure will be requested from the successful candidate being offered the position. Depending on the role you are applying for if successful, you may also be required to register with the Education Workforce Council.

Roles are normally advertised with a salary range. If you are offered a role at the college, relevant experience will be taken into consideration to determine your starting salary.

Please be aware that Coleg Cambria reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

• Excellent Pension Scheme(s)
• Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
• On site nursery provision at our Deeside site
• Discounts on a Range Of College Evening Courses
• Access to A Wide Range of E-Learning and Professional Development
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Excellent Sports and Fitness Facilities
• Free Parking on All Sites
• Cycle Scheme
• Discounted Rates for Hairdressing and Beauty Treatments
• Discounted Rates for Restaurants
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave