Early Years Practitioner Apprentice

Job Purpose

The post holder, under the direction and indirect supervision of the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager, assists in the provision of a fun, welcoming and stimulating environment, assisting in the development in all aspects of childcare and education.  They are responsible for participating in the delivery of planned programmes of care which are designed to meet the needs of each individual child.

Main duties and responsibilities:

To make themselves aware of the settings policy and procedures and agree to abide by them at all times Under supervision, assist in the planning and implementation of care to meet the needs of individual children in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage Participate in the development of high quality care, ensuring the needs of individual children are met.  This includes ensuring that each child exercises their rights of choice, dignity and privacy To work with colleagues to provide a variety of development/age appropriate experiences so children are given the opportunity to develop physical, cognitive, emotional and social skills To record any accidents appropriately To manage children’s behaviour in accordance to policy’s and procedures To be aware of all forms of abuse and the correct procedure to follow should there be any concern To help children express their imagination and creativity To care for all aspects of children’s personal hygiene To care and promote the development of babies To work with parent’s/carers in order to provide the best care for their children To promote positive images of people at all times To carryout any training needs identified

Above all, Early Years Practitioners should be able to work together with all staff as a team, producing a happy and welcoming environment whilst providing opportunities for children to learn through play.

This job description indicates the main functions and responsibilities of an Early Years Practitioner but is not intended as a complete list of duties and may be amended in conjunction with the post holder to meet the changing needs of children.

Training Outcome:
Potential to remain with the company depending on the circumstance of the employer, and progress within the apprenticeship. 

Employer Description:
providing childcare and education for children aged 6 weeks - 11 years. Happy Staff, Happy Children, Happy Parents open 52 weeks a year weekdays 7.30am - 6.00pm

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 7:15am - 6.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Patience