Apprentice Early Years Assistant

Main Duties

To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately – in accordance with child protection and whistleblowing policies. To effectively deliver the EYFS ensuring that the individual needs and interests of children in the setting are met (in conjunction with other team members). Operate a programme of activities that meet the individual needs and interests of the children in line with the EYFS. To keep records of your key children’s development up to date on the I Connect system, share with parents/carers and other key adults in the child’s life. Support all staff and engage in a good staff team. To be involved with out of working hours activities, e.g. training, monthly staff meetings, parent evenings, fundraising events etc. To be flexible within the working practices of the nursery. Be prepared to help where needed, including undertaking certain domestic tasks within the nursery, e.g. preparation of snack meals, cleansing of equipment etc. Work alongside the manager and staff team to ensure that the nursery’s philosophy is fulfilled. Read, understand and adhere to all policies and procedures relevant to your role as deemed appropriate by your manager. Record accidents following nursery procedures. Ensure that a senior staff member has been notified before parents receive it. Look upon the nursery. As a “whole” where can your help be most utilised? Be constantly aware of the individual needs of children. Ensure someone known and agreed by the nursery and parents collects the child. To respect the confidentiality of all information received.

Specific Childcare Tasks

The preparation and completion of activities to suit each individual child’s stage of development and interests following the EYFS. To develop your role within the team especially with regards as a key person. To ensure mealtimes are a time of pleasant social sharing. To ensure good standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times. Ensuring a poorly child is kept calm and that management are notified immediately. To develop and maintain strong partnerships and communications with parents/carers to facilitate day-to-day caring and early learning needs. To ensure the provision of a high-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children regardless of any disabilities, family backgrounds or medical history. To be aware of the high profile of the nursery and to uphold its standards at all times. To attend all training required to complete training.

This job description is intended to give you an indication of the main duties but is not meant to be an exhaustive list.

Training:
Level 3 Early Years Educator at Stockton Riverside College. Functional skills Maths and English, if required.

Training Outcome:
An opportunity for a full-time position at the end of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
Welcome to Cheeky Monkees Day Nursery. We are a group of Ofsted registered settings dedicated to providing a happy, friendly, secure and stimulating environment for all children between the ages of 8 weeks to 11 years old. We aim to provide a stimulating environment that will help to enhance your child’s learning and develop their skills throughout their time with us. Cheeky Monkees Day Nursery is committed to providing a service that promotes inclusion of all children, freedom from discrimination and fair treatment of all, regardless of race, gender, additional needs, background or family circumstances.

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

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Passion for working with kids,Genuine care for children,Friendly and caring,Time management,Able to multitask,Health & Safety awareness,Knowledge of EYFS