Senior Nursery Nurse

Job Description

The Senior Nursery Nurse supports the care, development and wellbeing of children in an NHS nursery setting. Requirements typically include a relevant childcare qualification, such as CACHE or NVQ Level 3, practical experience working with young children, knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage, and safeguarding awareness. The successful candidate is expected to plan and provide stimulating activities, maintain a safe and inclusive environment, observe and record children’s progress, communicate effectively with parents and colleagues, and support junior staff. Reliability, patience, teamwork, good organisation and a caring, professional approach are essential. The role may involve shift work, maintaining confidentiality, completing mandatory training and following NHS policies on infection prevention, health and safety and child protection.

Company Info

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability, autism, community and wellbeing services across Lancashire and South Cumbria. The Trust supports people of all ages through hospitals, community teams, specialist services and secure or supported care environments. It employs a broad workforce including nurses, therapists, doctors, support workers, administrative colleagues and childcare professionals. As an NHS Foundation Trust, it is committed to safe, compassionate, inclusive and person-centred care, while also promoting staff development, equality and continuous improvement. Its services cover a large and diverse region, including urban communities, coastal areas and rural locations. Employees generally benefit from NHS terms and conditions, pension arrangements, annual leave, occupational wellbeing support and access to training and career progression opportunities.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers varied employment opportunities in healthcare, education, technology, finance, engineering, hospitality and public services. Its culture combines historic traditions with diverse modern communities, and workplaces generally value professionalism, punctuality, equality and clear communication. Lifestyle choices range from busy cities and cultural attractions to quiet countryside, beaches and national parks. Housing and transport costs vary considerably, with London and parts of southern England usually more expensive than northern regions such as Lancashire and Cumbria. International applicants normally need permission to work before starting employment. Depending on the role and nationality, this may involve a Skilled Worker visa, another work route or settled status; NHS employers verify right to work and professional qualifications. Nursery roles may not always qualify for visa sponsorship, so applicants should check the advertised eligibility and current UK government rules. Relocation planning should include accommodation, National Insurance, banking, healthcare registration and local transport.