Early Years Practitioner Apprentice

Comply with Kent County Council/ MCCPL Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Practce. Undertake day to day duties across Childcare Services to ensure high standards of education and care are maintained. Ensure preparation of rooms with appropriate play based activities, including accessible equipment and food and drink. To actively identify individual child needs and plan the implementation to meet these on a daily basis lead by the key worker/staff. Establish positive relationships with parent/carers to ensure they are involved in their children’s education and development. To provide warm, safe and stimulating environment with a caring educational setting based on health and safety requirements being met at all times for children and staff. Work as part of a team on a daily basis taking part in regular weekly/monthly meetings. Ensure compliance with all MCCPL policies and procedures including Child Protection. Participate in supervision and appraisal processes, ongoing internal/external training and development to improve practice. Contribute to the overall development of the setting, liaising with parents/carers on their child’s development as appropriate. Observe and record individual children’s development and learning. Lead developments, displays and varied activities in designated rooms to provide education and learning. Ensure that children are appropriately supervised and the Key Person buddy system is embedded into practice. Any other duties identified by the Childcare Services Deputy or the Centre Manager.

Training:
Certificate in Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship.

Training Outcome:
Potential full time position. Progression to a level 4 qualification.

Employer Description:
Our Children's Centre is part of a nationwide programme of services for 0-7 year olds and their families. Our aim is to offer information, advice and support to parents, as well as integrated childcare and early learning, health services, family support and parental outreach.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday. Hours to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Creative,Patience