Nursery Practitioner Level 2 Apprentice

Learning and developing practical skills Provide high quality care and activities for children which recognise both individual and group requirements in a secure, safe, and stimulating environment Organise activities inside and outside the nursery to encourage creativity, development, coordination, independence, self-expression, and learning through play Participate in the key person system and be responsible for a group of children Work in partnership with parents and carers, recognising that parents are their children's first educators Promote the nursery to current parents and potential customers Be aware of child protection issues and follow our safeguarding policy as well as our procedures Work in partnership with other early years professionals and outside agencies Prepare and serve food, drink, and snacks to children, encouraging good nutrition and sociable eating Carry out on-going cleaning of the nursery Carry out health and safety checks as required to ensure the provision is tidy, safe, clean and secure for children, staff, parents/carers and visitors Ensure effective planning, assessment, and record keeping for children, using the EYFS curriculum for guidance Ensure the children's key files are kept up to date Demonstrate inclusive practice and positive behaviour management techniques Upload and carry out the duties of the post with due regard to our equality and inclusion policies Be prepared to work in any area / room within the nursery as required by the manager or deputy Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and character of the work as may reasonably be required by the nursery Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, carers, visitors and work colleagues Ensure that a polite, courteous and helpful attitude is demonstrated at all times to the children, their parents, and the other staff members

Training:
This apprenticeship is work based and therefore training will take place at the workplace The successful candidate will work towards an Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship with Vocational Training Services after successful completion Functional Skills English and maths will also be completed if required

Training Outcome:
The applicant would be expected to remain in our employment for at least one year To be employed by Woodlands and train to be an outstanding nursery practitioner

Employer Description:
Little Acorns day nursery is a beautiful setting in Brentwood with 29 acres of land including nature trails and woods etc. The nursery has the capacity of 52 children aged 0-5yrs.

Working Hours :
Exact shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Patience,Great sense of humour,Time keeping,Passion for Childcare,Hardworking,Positive attitude