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Mama Bear's Day Nursery is committed to providing the highest standards in daycare. We care for children from 0 - 5 years in five settings across Bristol. If you are BTEC, NNEB, CACHE Diploma, NVQ3 or equivalently qualified and want to bring your skills to this group of exciting and rewarding Day Nurseries then we want to hear from you.

You’ll work in teams of up to four to motivate and enthuse our children. We’ll also expect you to want to continue your professional development and will work with you on individual training programmes to achieve nationally accredited further qualifications.

Please call Su on 07792 534 352 for further information and an application form. Alternatively download and complete the application form on this page and either email it to
su.priest-walter@mamabear.co.uk or post it to:

Ms. Su Priest-Walter
Mama Bear's Day Nursery
1st Floor
60-62 High Street
Hanham
Bristol BS15 3DR

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Mama Bear’s Day Nursery is an equal opportunities employer.

Current vacancies (21st October 2008):

Please note that in addition to Bank Holidays, all Mama Bear's full-time staff enjoy 25 days paid holiday per year, pro-rata for part-time employees.

Additional staff benefits include an employer's contributory pension scheme, continuing professional development through individual training programmes and further career development opportunities across the group.

All settings deliver care and education in line with EYFS requirements.

Terms and conditions of employment apply.

 

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Level 3 Nursery Nurse to cover holidays and other staff absence - Full Time

We are looking for a Nursery Nurse to work across our five settings across Bristol to support staff teams who need extra support due to holidays, sickness and training. This is available as a full time position (40 hours per week) or part time on a job share basis between two or more people.

You will need to be flexible as you will be based only at the nearest nursery to your home in readiness to go to other settings. All our nurseries are run to the same policies and procedures with the same general routines. As you will be a 'floating' member of staff you will not have Keyworker responsibilities and will not be responsible for planning.

All standard benefits, terms and conditions of employment apply.

  Brislington
     
   

Our Brislington nursery is part of the Broomhill Children's Centre and benefits from close links with and activities centred around the Centre. This is a vibrant, exciting open plan setting with extensive outdoor areas where children explore and learn through discovery. Candidates must enjoy initiating activities as part of a large team in this 64 place setting.

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No vacancies currently.

   
  Clifton
     
   

Based in the heart of Clifton in a period property, this nursery has been a home from home for children for around 60 years. Benefitting from extensive rooms and leafy gardens this 66 place setting caters for a broad mix of children fom many different cultures and backgrounds, many of whose parents work at the BBC, BRI or the university. It's a wonderful mix of different influences and languages and a great place to work!

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Level 3 Nursery Nurse (under 2's) - Full Time
To work in the Baby Unit as part of an established team to deliver high standards of care.

Cleaner - Part Time
To be responsible for cleaning around the nursery. 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks per year. Excellent salary and other benefits including 33 days paid holiday per year.

   
  Downend
   
   

This wonderful day nursery is the latest Mama Bear's setting. Based in the old vicarage with extensive gardens, children love the space and character of the place. Registered for 52 children, Downend is one of our smaller settings but has a wonderful, vibrant atmosphere.

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Team Leader - Tweeny Room (ages 12 - 24 months approx) - Full Time
This is an excellent opportunity to join this fantastic setting at a senior level. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising a team of Nursery Nurses and Assistants to deliver high standards of care and education for children from around 18 to 24 months. You will be qualified to a minimum of level 3 with at least two year's practical experience.

Level 3 Nursery Nurse - Baby Room - Full Time
To work as part of a team to deliver high standards of care for our babies.

Cleaner - 20 hours per week, afternoons only
To be responsible for cleaning around the nursery. Monday to Friday, 51 weeks per year. Excellent salary and other benefits including 33 days paid holiday per year.

   
  Hengrove
     
   

Conveniently located on the Wells Road, Hengrove is our smallest but cosiest setting. Here children play and learn in smaller groups, cared for by a staff team of around 12. It is ideal for staff who prefer to work in a smaller nursery, although you will of course still be expected to be pro-active in initiating activities to create an exciting, stimulating environment for the children.

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Team Leader - Baby Room (ages under 12 months approx) - Full Time
This is an excellent opportunity to join this cosy setting at a senior level. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising a team of Nursery Nurses and Assistants to deliver high standards of care for children from three months to around 1 year old. You will be qualified to a minimum of level 3 with at least two year's practical experience of working with babies.

   
  Shirehampton
     
   

Located just off the A4 Portway in a 19th Century farm house, our Shirehampton nursery is a hidden jewel. Benefitting from extensive facilities including our own sports and activity hall, front and rear gardens as well as well-equipped rooms, this 68 place nursery has so much to offer the children and staff alike! This is our largest provision but the layout of the setting gives it a cosy, welcoming feel.

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Deputy Manager - Full Time
If you fancy a high-flying career with Mama Bear's this is your chance to join the team at a senior level. You will be responsible for assisting the Manager and deputising in their absence. You will be qualified to a minimum of level 3 with at least three year's practical experience. The successful candidate is likely to posess a good track record of achievement both at work and at school, including continuing professional development, and will posess good inter-personal and organisational skills. This vacancy has arisen due to the promotion of the previous Deputy to Manager.

Team Leader - Tweeny Room (ages 12 - 24 months approx) - Full Time
This is an excellent opportunity to join this lovely setting at a senior level. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising a team of Nursery Nurses and Assistants to deliver high standards of care and education for children from around 18 to 24 months. You will be qualified to a minimum of level 3 with at least two year's practical experience.

Level 3 Nursery Nurse - Full Time
To work as part of a team to deliver high standards of care & education.

   
 
 

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