Apprentice Early Years Educator - Little Leaders Melton - IP12 1QQ

Act in accordance with Nursery Policies, Procedures and Protocols, including the Safeguarding Procedure, including fulfilling your responsibilities under Health and Safety legislation Work effectively as a member of our staff team Notify your Line Manager of any concerns about carers, children, staff, volunteers or students Attend all staff meetings, (including evening meetings) and our Annual General Meeting Have a flexible approach regarding your general child-care duties Provide a good role model for volunteers and students Service provision Provide a warm welcome to visitors and clients, promoting and fostering good relationships with clients Promote the children’s self-esteem, helping them develop confidence in their abilities, extend their skills and develop their full potential by helping to provide a safe and stimulating play environment Contribute towards displays and provide creative activities Contribute to the observations, etc in Early Years and log them onto Tapestry (our on-line learning journal) Maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness, particularly having full regard to the health, safety and welfare of each child

Training:

Attend all in-house training courses, as well as undertake any other professional and personal development training as requested by your Line Manager

Miscellaneous:

Help with occasional fund-raising events, etc. (usually in your own time!) Carry out any other tasks, commensurate with your position, as requested or authorised by staff

Training:

Early years educator Level 3 (A level).

Training Outcome:

For the successful candidate there is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualifications.

Employer Description:
Our Melton setting is the newest addition to our Little Leaders Childcare group. It is based in The Phyllis Memorial maternity hospital in Woodbridge. The environment has been adapted to feel more homely and calm to help the children learn and develop using their magical imaginations. We use Loose parts and authentic resources, to help the children progress and learn through stimulating invitations to learning. The addition of a yurt outside allows the children to have outdoor learning, Forest schools and an area for an edible garden. The highly skilled staff use In the Moment planning, to let the children enthusiastically engage in all the activities throughout the day. We have flexible daily routines to meet the children’s needs and the way that they learn.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday - shifts to be confirmed, 4 days out of 5 with the same day off each week. Consisting of 2 days, 8.00am - 6.00pm and 2 days, 8.00am - 4.30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience