Employer: Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, S10 2SB
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reference Number: 190-8388-DIR
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Early Years Teacher and SenCo to join the Sunshine Day Nursery team at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital. This role offers year-round childcare to NHS and hospital staff, caring for up to 144 children in dedicated baby, toddler, and pre-school units. With extended opening hours from 6:30am to 7pm, the team is committed to providing a fun, social, and stimulating environment for children to develop and thrive.
Main Duties of the Job
- Contribute to the development of high-quality early years provision by supporting colleagues in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to improve outcomes for children.
- Ensure the quality of planning and outcomes for children meets high standards through role modelling and staff support.
- Develop and lead practice in key areas identified by the Early Years Teacher and the Leadership Team.
- Supervise and mentor Senior Nursery Practitioners, Nursery Practitioners, Childcare Assistants, Flexible Workers, and Students to ensure compliance with EYFS standards.
- Provide high-quality childcare and education for children attending the Day Nursery or Holiday Club, promoting family-type care that values each child as an individual.
- Promote a safe, caring environment to support children in reaching their full potential.
- Ensure policies and procedures are followed at all times.
Skills and Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 in Childcare/Education or equivalent.
- Level 2 literacy and numeracy skills.
- First Aid Certificate.
- General IT skills.
Desirable Qualifications
- Safeguarding Certificate.
- Food Hygiene Certificate.
- SENDCo qualification.
Experience
- Substantial experience in a Day Care/childcare setting.
- Strong understanding of the EYFS and curriculum planning.
- Good awareness of child development, health, and hygiene.
- Knowledge of safeguarding children.
- Ability to deliver information to groups.
Desirable Experience
- Experience in leading a team.
About Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust values and respects its staff and the communities it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors, offering excellent professional development opportunities and health and well-being support. Sunshine Day Nurseries, part of the Trust, provide year-round childcare, with opportunities for further childcare qualifications and career progression.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities, including in-house and external training courses.
- Health and well-being support services.
- Career progression toward childcare coordinator roles.
Visa Sponsorship
- Applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. These will be considered alongside all other applications.
- Applicants must present a criminal record certificate for any country where they have resided for 12 months or more over the past 10 years.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Application Process
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