Job summary
- Main area
- Nursery Jack In The Box
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 371-TAP-CS353
- Employer
- Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Jack In The Box Nursery, Upton Hospital
- Town
- Slough
- Salary
- £29,812 - £32,715 per annum (inc. of HCAS)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 22/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Nursery Team Leader
Band 4
Job overview
Are you an experienced level 3 Nursery Nurse looking for the next step as a Team Leader? Or perhaps interested in moving to a new workplace that take staff wellbeing seriously?
Our Nursery is made up of hard-working professionals ranging from Nursery Trainees to degree level practitioners and we are looking for likeminded individuals who are passionate about providing a stimulating and friendly environment for the children in our care.
You will be responsible for the day to day running of an allocated room including the daily care routines and activities as well as completing developmental reviews for the children. You will also supervise a team of level 2&3 Nursery Practitioners ensuring H&S risk assessments, paperwork and other relevant documentation is complete.
You may also be responsible for supporting an apprentice and ensuring that they have access to valuable experiences whilst in the nursery environment.
We offer care and education for children from 6 months old, to school age. Being owned by the NHS, our nurseries come highly recommended by families and the standard of care for all children links to the expectations that the NHS portray worldwide.
We offer full day care for 51 weeks per year, from 7.30am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday in which you will work on a rota basis for 37.5 hours per week.
Main duties of the job
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Maintain the standards of care and learning opportunities for the children supporting the Early Years Foundation Stage
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To assist the Manager/Deputy Manager with the development and administration of the nursery, and take responsibility in their absence
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To ensure that the highest Health & Safety standards, OFSTED regulations and Organisation policies and procedures are maintained within the nursery
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To accept full day to day responsibility for the efficient running of a specific room, ensuring that all of the children’s needs are met, and that any concerns are identified and raised with Nursery Manager/Deputy immediately
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You will be responsible for the supervision of Nursery Nurses, Nursery Assistants, apprentices, and students working within your allocated room
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To compile and maintain development records on children and report to the Nursery Manager at agreed intervals. Ensure that all records are accurate, signed and dated
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Demonstrate and lead good practice with regards to special needs and inclusion, working with the nursery and area INCO as appropriate
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To open and close the nursery
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Ensure that the standards of care and education are appropriate for their room and are in line with OFSTED requirements at all times, i.e. Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
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Be a key carer carrying out all related responsibilities in building relationships with a small group of children and their families
Working for our organisation
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:
- Caring for and about you is our top priority
- Committed to providing good quality, safe services
- Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance
- 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Excellent learning and career development opportunities
- ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
- Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
- Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
- Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
- Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
- Free parking across Trust sites
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The “must haves” for this role:
- NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the ‘qualification finder’ section of www.education.gov.uk
- Solid background in childcare
- An in depth knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
*Applications for this role will be considered on a first come first serve basis and we may close the vacancy early if the right candidate is found.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential criteria
- NVQ 3 in childcare or equivalent qualification in line with those listed on the ‘qualification finder’ section of www.education.gov.uk
- An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage
Continuous Professional Development
Essential criteria
- As stated in the EYFS, a good standard of written and spoken English. Also able to read and understand English such as to follow instructions or interpret a policy
- In depth knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection and appropriate protocol
- Evidence of ongoing professional development including childcare specific training
Desirable criteria
- Paediatric First Aid Certificate
- Food Hygiene Certificate
Previous Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of any work which demonstrates the skills required for the post
- Previous relevant work in childcare
Desirable criteria
- Experience of managing a team
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential criteria
- Good communication skills
- Good understanding of the role of the Key Person
Additional Requirements
Essential criteria
- Flexible approach to hours which includes a willingness to attend meetings, training and nursery events as appropriate
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Lee Owen-Macleod
- Job title
- Nursery Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01753635480
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