Apprentice Nursery Practitioner at Ashfield House Nursery

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in providing high-quality care and education for children in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Support the planning and implementation of engaging activities that promote learning and development. Create a safe, caring, and stimulating environment where children feel secure and valued. Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Support children’s personal, social, and emotional development, including promoting positive behaviour. Ensure health and safety, safeguarding, and hygiene standards are consistently met. Engage in training and development opportunities, including 6 hours of paid time per week to focus on apprenticeship studies. Assist in daily routines such as mealtimes, nappy changing, and sleep times. Work closely with senior staff to observe and assess children’s progress. Maintain accurate records and contribute to children’s learning journals.

Who We Are Looking For

Passionate about working with young children and eager to develop a career in childcare. Willing to learn and committed to professional development. Friendly, caring, and enthusiastic with a positive attitude. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Reliable and able to follow nursery policies and procedures.

Why Join Us?

Gain valuable experience in an Outstanding nursery setting. Receive dedicated time each week to focus on your apprenticeship studies. Work in a supportive and nurturing environment with opportunities for career progression. Enjoy a competitive starting wage. Be part of a dedicated and passionate team making a difference in children’s lives.

Training:

Training by day release at Shipley College on a Tuesday including regular assessor workplace visits to support the training.

Training Outcome:

On a successful completion of this apprenticeship the apprentice can progress to Early years Educator. With additional experience, an Early Years Educator can become the manager of an early years setting.

Employer Description:
Ashfield House Nursery is an Outstanding nursery dedicated to providing exceptional early years education and care. We are committed to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can develop and thrive.

Working Hours :
Everyday we are open from 7:30am to 6:00pm, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks a year. At interview please discuss the working hours for this role and you availability to cover the opening hours.

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