Apprentice Nursery Educator

You will work as part of the nursery team under the direction of manager and senior staff at the nursery, working in accordance with pre-school policies and procedures to provide safe, high-quality education and care for young children aged 0-5 years.

Main Duties: 

To assist with the planning of the curriculum To set up the playrooms for the daily programme, and to tidy away/clean during and at the end of the session.    To assist the key person to a small group of children, liaising closely with parents/carers to plan for their child’s learning and development ensuring that each child’s needs are recognised and met. To observe, monitor and keep accurate, up-to-date records of children within their key person group. To remain vigilant and advise the pre-school managers of any concerns e.g. Safeguarding & Child protection issues, Health & Safety, whilst preserving confidentiality as necessary. To prepare snacks for children whilst maintaining good hygiene practices. To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulation following the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum(EYFS). To attend regular team meetings and adhere to any actions required to provide a quality service for both child & parent/carer. To attend in-service training courses and meetings as required. To maintain confidentiality at all times regarding any information learned that relates to the children, their families or any member of staff at Tiddlywinks Pre-school. To attend and complete work to achieve a Level 3 in Early Years & Childcare qualification.
 

Training:

Training will be at North Lindsey College/ Doncaster College where you will access a wide range of facilities on offer.   

Block release/ Day release   

You will undertake the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard.   

Early years educator / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education  

You will undertake Functional Skills for English and/or Maths if needed   

You will undertake both on and off the training by a team of industry qualified professionals to give you the best skills, knowledge, and experience.

Training Outcome:

Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate.

Employer Description:
Meynell Kindergarten is a full day nursery, open 5 days a week 8 am - 6 pm for 50 weeks of the year.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience