To support nursery practitioners and work as part of the nursery team
To provide high quality childcare and education
To assist in the planning and implementation of activities for the children in the area you are working in
To work alongside staff ensuring a safe environment for all children, staff and visitors to the setting
To be flexible and help where needed
To work to the policies and procedures of the setting, support the safeguarding procedures & maintain confidentiality at all times
Ensure a safe happy environment for children
Contribute to children’s all-round development as per the EYFS
To support colleagues within the nursery
To assist with the daily routine of the setting
Training:Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
Training will be carried out by the employer and approved training provider
The successful candidate will work toward the Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce and have a mix of monthly face-to-face at work, weekly classes and remote tutor visit to support you through your learning journey
Training Outcome:
Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate
Employer Description:Thorpe Hesley Primary School is a happy, welcoming and vibrant place full of children and staff who have a real enthusiasm for learning. We constantly strive to be the best that we can be and give our children the best opportunities and experiences that we can. We are a creative school and believe that every child should be prepared for an ever-changing world through an inspiring, bespoke and creative curriculum. Our pupils are incredible citizens who are taught and encouraged to care about each other and about their education.
We are a friendly, larger than average, Outstanding school, catering for around 550 pupils from Early Years Foundation Stage to Year 6. We have our own Nursery as well as comprehensive wrap around care provision, including a breakfast and after school club. Every member of staff in school, as well as our Advisory Group, are fully committed to giving the school and our pupils their best.
We are part of the New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT) which comprises of three primaries, three secondary schools and three colleges. NCLT has a dynamic, positive and supportive culture for staff and students, with an enviable reputation for staff career progression and development. You will join a focused and driven team, committed to providing the highest standards of education and service.
Why Work for Us?
· NCLT was crowned ‘Employer of the Year’ at the 2023 MAT Excellence Awards – these national awards celebrate the very best performers from over one thousand MATs across the country
· A strong commitment to staff wellbeing as outlined in our staff wellbeing charter
· Access to high quality professional training, both in-house and externally, to support your professional development
· Attractive pension scheme
· Additional benefits such as a cycle to work scheme and a technology schemeWorking Hours :You will be working flexibly between the hours of Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm, allowing for study release when required.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Reliable & trustworthy....Read more...
What we are looking for:
The successful applicant must have great organisational and communication skills. You will also be able to work flexibly both as part of a team and on your own initiative.
Duties will include:
To assist in a variety of tasks to support the academies within the Trust. This will be varied and diverse and will differ from academy to academy
To receive telephone calls and take messages as appropriate and assist with greeting visitors and providing refreshments
To attend meetings as required which will include minute taking.
To assist with data analysis
To maintain and update records
To work closely with the MAT Central Team and assist as necessary to enable them to undertake their jobs effectively
General:
To ensure that you take care of your own health and safety and that of your colleagues in line with the Trust’s Health and Safety Policy
To undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required by your line manager
To play a full part in the life of the Trust community, supporting its distinctive mission and ethos, actively promoting its policies and practices
To work as a member of a designated team and contribute positively to effective working relations within the Trust by attending all appropriate meetings
To participate in training and development
To carry out your duties in accordance with the Academy's Equal Opportunities Policy
Training:Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
You will also develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to work within an office environment
This apprenticeship is delivered in the workplace and 20% of your working time will be dedicated towards training and learning new skills
You will be allocated a tutor who will provide you with personal support and assessment at pre-arranged times
Assessment is through a variety of methods including observations in the workplace, witness testimonies, product evidence and professional discussion
Training Outcome:
Good prospects for progression to a full-time position for the right candidate dependant on funding
Employer Description:Great Heights Academy Trust focuses on meaningful collaboration between Trust schools and designations for the benefit of all the children in every Trust school. We have a determination to support and challenge our schools to provide the best possible educational experience for all the children by having a creative and aspirational curriculum and the highest quality teaching. There is a relentless focus on academic excellence and high quality pastoral care to ensure that our children are capable, confident and caring learners. The wealth of expertise within our schools, along with high quality governance, fosters a strong sense of belonging and community across the Trust whilst remaining focused on each child achieving their full potential. We strive to develop a culture where each member of staff is motivated and supported to provide high quality, innovative teaching along with opportunities for sharing their expertise.
Our strong Trust Board is committed to the vision and values of the Trust and each Trustee has high aspirations for all our children.Working Hours :Monday - Friday - times to be discussed at interview.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Can Do Attitude....Read more...
At Grandir our mission is to inspire children to grow happy, smart, and healthy and thrive as individuals. Excellent quality childcare and education is evident when the children and family are truly placed at the centre of all we do and as a well-known and sought-after employer within the childcare sector, we recognise it is our people that provide exceptional education and care with every child and family at the centre of all they do.
As a Nursery Apprentice you will be expected to provide the highest level of care and education for children attending the nursery. Whilst you are gaining hands on experience in a high-quality childcare setting you will be working towards recognised childcare qualifications.
What will you be doing:
Ensuring that the children’s individual needs are identified and met
Supervising and supporting the children at all times
Carrying out a wide range of interactive tasks including reading stories, helping at mealtimes, playing games, and changing nappies
Act as a positive, practical role model for the children
Develop friendly, professional relationships with staff members and parents
Ensure you fully understand and follow Safeguarding Procedures
Join us and enjoy the following:
Incentives:
Employee benefits portal, which includes discounts at 100’s of online high street stores
Staff referral scheme - recommend your friends and family to work for us. and be rewarded with a cash bonus
Heavily discounted childcare
Well-being:
‘Wellbeing Day’ - an extra day off just for you
24/7 remote GP appointments with prescriptions delivered to your home
Healthcare cash back plan - claim cash back on medical procedures such as dental care and physiotherapy
Recognition:
‘May I Say Thank You’ A whole month dedicated to recognising employees hard work & dedication, including an all-expenses paid awards ceremony
Reward and recognition points - turn your points into cash through our benefits portal
Additional paid holiday for Christmas closure to spend with your family and friends
Training:Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. Kiddi Caru will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
If successful, you will complete a level 2 early years practitioner apprentice standard, which includes:
Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Qualification
Functional skills in maths and English if required
This will be delivered through Kiddi Caru dedicated training provider, Realise. Realise is an established training provider that’s enjoying an exciting period of growth following a management buyout and rebrand in late 2020. We’ve invested heavily in our people and culture, and we want to grow our teams by finding people who share our passion and enthusiasm for creating a better future.Training Outcome:Continued development and progression.Employer Description:Welcome to Elan Day Nursery, where we are passionate about caring for our littlest ones! We specialise in providing nurturing care for babies aged three months to three years. Our dedicated room for non-walking babies ensures a safe and loving environment, while our exciting brand-new under-twos room is designed to stimulate and engage young minds.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, working hours TBC, 40 hours per weekSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Provide administrative support and assistance and establish and maintain effective links and professional relationships with all colleagues and other agency services
Maintain all records and files within designated filing systems in line with agency procedures as required
Send out invitations, consultation forms, interview documentation and reports and chase required responses as instructed
Support administrative processes involved in obtaining statutory checks and references, consulting with prospective carers, Form F Assessors and local authorities where necessary, to complete local authority checks for other authorities and agencies as requested and occasional late working for foster panel minute taking
Support in the organisation of training to foster carers and staff, booking rooms and refreshments, liaising with trainers, assisting with the preparation of paperwork, logging attendance and updating all relevant records
Assist with the administration of monthly Support Groups, interviews, consulting with carers, booking rooms and refreshments and logging attendance, and taking notes as required
Support colleagues within the Fostering team with routine admin tasks and receive and relay messages, ensuring that, in the absence of the Fostering Manager and Supervising Social Workers, telephone calls are dealt with appropriately
Produce placement meeting packs to be available for Supervising Social Workers. Ensure all relevant data is recorded and uploaded to Charms following start of a placement
Make up new carer packs for newly approved carers, and child packs for new placements
Create and update catalogue of reference materials and ensure safe storage
Maintain and update manual and computerised administrative systems, including CHARMS, to ensure the effective, accurate and timely retrieval of information
Upload documents, including Local Authority paperwork and children’s monthly reports
Respect the confidential nature of the work and comply with data protection requirements
Be aware of health and safety issues within the working environment and implement Acorn Care’s Health and Safety policy and all other legal requirements in relation to health and safety
Uphold and promote Equal Opportunities and all other policies and procedures relevant to the role
Ensure that all the work undertaken by yourself is conducted to the highest professional standards and achieves Acorn Care’s standards and targets for customer service
Take responsibility for own professional development in the role, actively participating in appraisal and attending all relevant training and development activities
Training:
Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard
Location: 33 Kellaw Road, Yarm Road Business Park, Darlington DL1 4YA
Working 5 days per week inclusive of 1 day per week for study at Darlington College
Training Outcome:After successful completion of the apprenticeship, a long-term position may be considered.Employer Description:Our aim is to provide young people with the opportunities and experiences that will enable them to achieve their full potential. We provide the highest quality of care, so that our young people can overcome their difficulties and focus on the present and their future. It’s our mission to provide a firm foundation, from which they can grow.
Working in partnership with young people, their families and other professionals we aim to create positive outcomes for each individual. Our focus is in line with the outcomes that matter most to children and young people and our values reflect that we work with some of the more vulnerable members of our society. Often we provide care for young people who may experience emotional, behavioural and learning difficulties but we firmly believe that from small ACORNS, big oaks grow so, when Fostering at the Acorns we follow these principlesWorking Hours :Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm with flexibility to suit business needsSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Data Protection knowledge,Professional,Work to deadlines,Target driven,Flexible,CHARMS experience an advantage....Read more...
Main duties:
1. To assist with the planning of the curriculum using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance.
2. To help to set up the playroom(s) for the daily program and to help tidy away at the end of the session.
3. To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met.
4. Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members.
5. To advise the Pre-school Manager of any concerns e.g. over children, parents, or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary.
6. To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulating play experiences.
7. To ensure that children are kept safe and that you understand when to follow child protection procedures.
8. To support meal times within the setting.
9. To actively participate at team meetings, supervisor meetings and appraisal meetings.
10. To attend training courses as required and to take responsibility for your development.
11. To keep completely confidential any information regarding the children, their family’s, or other staff, which is acquired as part of the job.
12. To be aware of and adhere to all the setting’s operational policies and procedures, e.g. health and safety, fire precautions, dropping off and collection of children, food safety, cleanliness of the setting etc.
13. To ensure that adequate records are kept and updated regularly.
14. To promote the nursery to current parents and potential customers.
15. To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Pre-school Manager, in accordance with the setting’s business plan/objectives.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to undertake any other reasonable duties discussed and directed by the line manager.Training:
The learner will be studying the Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship standard qualification.
Functional skills will be studied if equivalent qualifications are not held.
Training Outcome:Once apprenticeship is completed there maybe an opportunity to join the setting permanently this will depend on staffing requirements.Employer Description:Little Chestnuts Pre-school is a small village setting that has been providing care and education for children aged 2-5 years for 50 years. We are based in the village hall and is a charity which is governed by both the charity commission and Ofsted. Our committee/trustees are parents of the children that attend and they are responsible for the successful running of the setting.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, between 8am and 4pmSkills: Communication skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Throughout the week, your primary responsibilities will include: Ensuring a safe and supportive environment that prioritizes the well-being of each child. Building rapport with both children and parents to foster a welcoming, inclusive community. Taking initiative to bring fresh ideas to each session and adjusting activities based on children’s engagement.
This role is ideal for those who love working with children, are committed to their development, and are enthusiastic about creating a joyful space that supports children’s growth and happiness.
In addition to your responsibilities within the breakfast and afterschool clubs, you will also assist with our daily walking bus service. Each morning, after breakfast club, you'll help safely walk children to their school. In the afternoon, you'll meet these children at school and walk them back to Limetree for afterschool club. Your role in the walking bus is crucial for ensuring each child's safety, maintaining a positive atmosphere, and providing a smooth, secure transition between school and club activities.Training:The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments. We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio.
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours (OTJH) used throughout this apprenticeship. These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH.
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks.Training Outcome:Progress within your setting as a supervisor or manager.Work as a play work development officer for a local authority.Move into a school as a Teaching Assistant.Become self-employed and set up an after-school club or childcare project.Move into an Early Years setting and proceed with an Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship.Employer Description:Camp Glide is a childcare provider known for its quality before and after school clubs and holiday camps, focusing on safety, fun, and personal growth for children. As an employer, Camp Glide values honesty, respect, responsibility, and community, fostering an environment where staff can grow and excel in childcare. Staff members are encouraged to build strong relationships with children, develop professionally, and bring enthusiasm and initiative to their roles, all within a supportive and collaborative team. Camp Glide is Ofsted-registered, committed to maintaining high standards in care and safety.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 20-23 hours per week. Hours to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Throughout the week, your primary responsibilities will include:
Ensuring a safe and supportive environment that prioritizes the well-being of each child
Building rapport with both children and parents to foster a welcoming, inclusive community
Taking initiative to bring fresh ideas to each session and adjusting activities based on children’s engagement
This role is ideal for those who love working with children, are committed to their development, and are enthusiastic about creating a joyful space that supports children’s growth and happiness
In addition to your responsibilities within the breakfast and afterschool clubs, you will also assist with our daily walking bus service
Each morning, after breakfast club, you'll help safely walk children to their school. In the afternoon, you'll meet these children at school and walk them back to Limetree for afterschool club
Your role in the walking bus is crucial for ensuring each child's safety, maintaining a positive atmosphere, and providing a smooth, secure transition between school and club activities
Training:Playworker Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments
We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship
These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks
Training Outcome:
Progress within your setting as a supervisor or manager
Work as a play work development officer for a local authority
Move into a school as a Teaching Assistant
Become self-employed and set up an after-school club or childcare project
Move into an Early Years setting and proceed with an Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship
Employer Description:Camp Glide is a childcare provider known for its quality before and after school clubs and holiday camps, focusing on safety, fun, and personal growth for children. As an employer, Camp Glide values honesty, respect, responsibility, and community, fostering an environment where staff can grow and excel in childcare. Staff members are encouraged to build strong relationships with children, develop professionally, and bring enthusiasm and initiative to their roles, all within a supportive and collaborative team. Camp Glide is Ofsted-registered, committed to maintaining high standards in care and safety.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmedSkills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Throughout the week, your primary responsibilities will include:
Ensuring a safe and supportive environment that prioritises the well-being of each child
Building rapport with both children and parents to foster a welcoming, inclusive community
Taking initiative to bring fresh ideas to each session and adjusting activities based on children’s engagement
This role is ideal for those who love working with children, are committed to their development, and are enthusiastic about creating a joyful space that supports children’s growth and happiness.
In addition to your responsibilities within the breakfast and afterschool clubs, you will also assist with our daily walking bus service. Each morning, after breakfast club, you'll help safely walk children to their school. In the afternoon, you'll meet these children at school and walk them back to Limetree for afterschool club. Your role in the walking bus is crucial for ensuring each child's safety, maintaining a positive atmosphere, and providing a smooth, secure transition between school and club activities.Training:Playworker Level 2.
The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments. We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio.
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship. These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH.
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks.Training Outcome:Progress within your setting as a supervisor or manager.
Work as a play work development officer for a local authority.
Move into a school as a Teaching Assistant.
Become self-employed and set up an after-school club or childcare project.
Move into an Early Years setting and proceed with an Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship.Employer Description:Camp Glide is a childcare provider known for its quality before and after school clubs and holiday camps, focusing on safety, fun, and personal growth for children. As an employer, Camp Glide values honesty, respect, responsibility, and community, fostering an environment where staff can grow and excel in childcare. Staff members are encouraged to build strong relationships with children, develop professionally, and bring enthusiasm and initiative to their roles, all within a supportive and collaborative team. Camp Glide is Ofsted-registered, committed to maintaining high standards in care and safety.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 20-23 hours per week, exact working hours TBCSkills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Throughout the week, your primary responsibilities will include: Ensuring a safe and supportive environment that prioritizes the well-being of each child. Building rapport with both children and parents to foster a welcoming, inclusive community. Taking initiative to bring fresh ideas to each session and adjusting activities based on children’s engagement.
This role is ideal for those who love working with children, are committed to their development, and are enthusiastic about creating a joyful space that supports children’s growth and happiness.
In addition to your responsibilities within the breakfast and afterschool clubs, you will also assist with our daily walking bus service. Each morning, after breakfast club, you'll help safely walk children to their school. In the afternoon, you'll meet these children at school and walk them back to Limetree for afterschool club. Your role in the walking bus is crucial for ensuring each child's safety, maintaining a positive atmosphere, and providing a smooth, secure transition between school and club activities.Training:The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments. We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio.
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours (OTJH) used throughout this apprenticeship. These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH.
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks.Training Outcome:Progress within your setting as a supervisor or manager.Work as a play work development officer for a local authority.Move into a school as a Teaching Assistant.Become self-employed and set up an after-school club or childcare project.Move into an Early Years setting and proceed with an Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship.Employer Description:Camp Glide is a childcare provider known for its quality before and after school clubs and holiday camps, focusing on safety, fun, and personal growth for children. As an employer, Camp Glide values honesty, respect, responsibility, and community, fostering an environment where staff can grow and excel in childcare. Staff members are encouraged to build strong relationships with children, develop professionally, and bring enthusiasm and initiative to their roles, all within a supportive and collaborative team. Camp Glide is Ofsted-registered, committed to maintaining high standards in care and safety.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 20-23 hours per week. Hours to be confirmedSkills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Throughout the week, your primary responsibilities will include:
Ensuring a safe and supportive environment that prioritizes the well-being of each child.
Building rapport with both children and parents to foster a welcoming, inclusive community.
Taking the initiative to bring fresh ideas to each session and adjusting activities based on children’s engagement.
This role is ideal for those who love working with children, are committed to their development, and are enthusiastic about creating a joyful space that supports children’s growth and happiness.
In addition to your responsibilities within the breakfast and afterschool clubs, you will also assist with our daily walking bus service. Each morning, after breakfast club, you'll help safely walk children to their school. In the afternoon, you'll meet these children at school and walk them back to Limetree for afterschool club. Your role in the walking bus is crucial for ensuring each child's safety, maintaining a positive atmosphere, and providing a smooth, secure transition between school and club activitiesTraining:The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments. We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio.
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship. These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH.
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks.Training Outcome:Progress within your setting as a supervisor or managerWork as a play work development officer for a local authorityMove into a school as a Teaching Assistant.Become self-employed and set up an after-school club or childcare project.Move into an Early Years setting and proceed with an Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship.Employer Description:Camp Glide is a childcare provider known for its quality before and after school clubs and holiday camps, focusing on safety, fun, and personal growth for children. As an employer, Camp Glide values honesty, respect, responsibility, and community, fostering an environment where staff can grow and excel in childcare. Staff members are encouraged to build strong relationships with children, develop professionally, and bring enthusiasm and initiative to their roles, all within a supportive and collaborative team. Camp Glide is Ofsted-registered, committed to maintaining high standards in care and safety.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 20-23 hours per week.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
You'll create meaningful relationships with the children, your team and with parents to provide the best service for our families.
Ensure that every child's wellbeing is met by providing a thriving and safe environment.
Safeguarding all children in the setting and making sure any child protection concerns are always appropriately acted upon immediately.
You will observe, monitor and support delivering activities and learning experiences linked to the EYFS.
Ensure children’s progress and achievements are regularly and effectively assessed and recorded. Including any activities, meals served, and medication administered.
Meet the needs of individual children, having an awareness of any disabilities, family cultures, and medical histories.
Learn and maintain high standards in the nursery.
Support and serve food to children, ensuring any special dietary requirements are always met.
Training:The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments. We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio.
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship. These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH.
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks.Training Outcome:We want to help you progress:
Wide ranging opportunities for training and career progression including Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner, EYITT, ECT, Level 3 Early Years SENCO & Forest SchoolEmployer Description:Award Winning Childcare
A Place For Children To Shine
Tiny Tree Day Nursery in Leeds is an exceptional Nursery.
We are located just outside of Leeds City Centre in the Woodhouse area of North Leeds.
Our impressive nursery and secure outdoor space includes multiple outdoor play areas and a little woodland.
Our high standard of care allows us to be regarded as one of the best nurseries in Leeds.
We offer a stunning space with dedicated indoor and outdoor areas for children to learn, play and develop. Outdoor play is important to us. Our grounds allow for a stimulating and safe environment for all children attending the nursery.
Our spacious rooms are bright and very well resourced. The nursery is specially designed to promote learning and development within a nurturing and stimulating environment.
As well as catering for children aged 0 to 5, we have a fun, activity based Holiday Club. We open during all school holidays and are available to all children of school age.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, shifts TBC.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
To welcome visitors to the academy, ensuring signing in procedures are followed, receiving and prioritising incoming telephone calls, dealing with them appropriately including accurately recording messages as required
Undertake administrative tasks, such as photocopying, fax transmissions, processing mail, maintaining filing systems, archives and resource libraries and updating information
To provide administration duties to Trust Executives including the Trust Clerk, Trust Sports Alliance team, Trust Finance and Estates Team
To provide support to the Trust Clerk with governance and general administration duties
Monitor and update Executives' diaries when required
To learn how to answer and resolve issues for staff, customers or other agencies
To support the Trust Executives with undertaking data/evidence retrieval
To bring ideas to the Trust and develop these for marketing
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
Be aware of and support differences and ensure equal opportunities for all
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the Trust
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Be aware of and comply with safeguarding responsibilities as outlined in the Trust’s Staff Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. This may include reference to the Shropshire Career Pathway Safeguarding JD for school staff
Be aware of and comply with data protection responsibilities as outlined in the Trust’s Staff Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Any other duties that the CEO or trustees feel are commensurate with the post. Whilst every effort is made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post each individual task undertaken may not be identified
Training:
Business Administrator Level 3
Telford College - Haybridge Campus, Haybridge Road, Wellington TF1 2NP
Two days and months at college for days of learning, fortnightly on a Wednesday
You will have a mentor on-site to support you with training
Training Outcome:This role could lead to a permanent position within the Trust Central team and continued additional training to support a career in this area of work.Employer Description:TrustEd Schools Alliance is a Multi Academy Trust based in Shropshire. We have nine schools and approximately 900 staff and nearly 5000 students. As an apprentice for Trust Central you will be based in Bridgnorth with our central team.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, (hours will be confirmed the interview process)Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Good time management,Good interpersonal skills,Good prioritisation,Computer literate....Read more...
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children and learn how to do this
To carry out the policies, procedures and ethos of the setting, to promote positive values and attitudes, ensuring these are being carried out throughout the setting
To demonstrate and then ensure that they are responsible for the needs of all children in their designated room, following systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care
To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately - in accordance with safeguarding or whistleblowing policies
To learn and then ensure that they can use resources effectively, maintaining ratios in their room
To learn how to reflect on their practice and routines, tailoring them to meet the individual needs of each child throughout the day for their key children
To learn how to plan and ensure that there is a provision of a stimulating range of developmentally appropriate activities and ensuring their room is well-resourced and creatively set-up
To learn how to and then carry out observations and the assessment of children’s learning and development, ensuring records are kept up-to-date, are of a high standard and are shared effectively – includes Individual Education Plans for children with Special Educational Needs
To develop genuine bonds with their key children and support their team’s key person system responsibilities, when this skill has been learnt
To work in partnership with all parents/carers, building and maintaining relationships that encourage trust, open communication and involvement in nursery life whist remaining professional at all times and maintaining confidentiality
Having a mentor to show them what this looks like in practice before they are left to do this on a one to one with families and children
Training Outcome:For the successful candidate, there is the opportunity of ongoing employment and further progression.Employer Description:The preschool operates Monday through Friday from 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM during term time, offering both part-time and full-time sessions. It has a capacity of 34 places and employs a team of qualified staff to deliver a robust early years curriculum.
The preschool emphasizes inclusivity, providing tailored support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Staff are trained in safeguarding and first aid, ensuring children’s safety and well-being. Parents appreciate the effective communication about their children’s progress through interactive tools and regular updates.
Key strengths of the setting include nurturing children's social, emotional, and physical development while promoting readiness for primary school. Activities encourage creativity, early reading, and mathematical skills, although recent reports suggest areas for improvement, such as refining group activities to better maintain younger children’s attention.
The preschool provides government-funded places for eligible children aged 2, 3, and 4, and even extends this funding under certain conditionsWorking Hours :The setting is open Monday to Friday 8.00am to 4.00pm Term Time only and the successful candidate will work 37.5 hours between those times- TBCSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
EFFORT DEMANDS:
Work within the school policies, under the direction and guidance of senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, making decisions using initiative where appropriate within established working practices
Promote positive values attitudes and good pupil behaviour dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy
Use good common sense and initiative when dealing with the conduct and behaviour of individuals, groups of pupils and whole classes; the correct use and care of materials by individual and small groups of pupils; the safety, mobility (if required) and hygiene and wellbeing of the pupils
Work to provide care and education through the provision of stimulating enjoyable and constructive activities appropriate to the children’s ages and abilities to ensure physical social emotional and intellectual development, taking into account diversity (e.g. language, culture, ability, race and religion)
Establish good relationships and high expectations with both the children and their families, taking account of parental concerns and dealing with them sensitively under direction of the teacher where necessary
Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals in liaison with the teacher to support the achievement and progress of pupils
Assist and support colleagues wherever required in order to ensure the smooth running of the setting, and contribute to relevant meetings
Have excellent numeracy and literacy skills as well as excellent oral communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervise and support children at all times including school visits, trips and out of school activities. Ensure the physical needs of children are being met and maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene (e.g. Washing, dressing and toileting)
Support children in their learning both inside the setting and in outdoor play areas; recognising and responding to their individual needs, ensuring all children are engaged in appropriate activities
Determine the need for, prepare and maintain equipment and resources including specialist resources, and help the children in their use (e.g. Outdoor or indoor play equipment; being responsible for the care of all equipment and materials within the setting
Be aware of and ensure that as a team member the setting meets required standards as laid down by the Ofsted Early Years Framework
Deal with any immediate problems or emergencies using the school’s policies and procedures, liaising with the teacher where required (e.g. an injured or sick child)
Monitor and evaluate the children’s responses to learning activities as part of the planning cycle
Liaise sensitively and effectively with Parents/Carers as agreed with the teacher within your role/responsibility and participate in feedback sessions or meetings (as directed by the teacher) with parents promoting the policy on parental involvement
Prepare accurate feedback and detailed records, recording children’s physical, care and educational progress and achievements against predetermined learning objectives, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence
Be responsible for keeping and updating systems as agreed with the teacher, contributing to reviews of systems as requested
Perform allocated tasks with limited supervision
Provide general clerical/administration support (e.g. administer resources for agreed activities)
Training:Early Years Practitioner Level 2 qualification. Maths and English Functional Skills if required. Weekly day release at Shipley college.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:Lidget Green Primary School is a thriving, large primary school which serves a diverse and supportive local community. We pride ourselves on being a fully inclusive and nurturing school that has high expectations and aspirations for all our pupils and staff.Working Hours :Monday to Friday with a day release to Shipley College on a Wednesday. Please discuss working hours at interview.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
As a childcare apprentice, your main responsibilities will be to:
Work as part of a team to create and maintain safe and supportive learning environments across the nursery, plan and implement opportunities to enhance children’s development, and complete observations linked to the early years curriculum
Interact positively with all nursery users and work in partnership with colleagues and parents to ensure all children’s individual needs are met at all times whilst they are in your careadhere to nursery routines and policies and to seek guidance from your leadership team as required
Successfully manage your time to ensure you submit your coursework by the deadlines set by your assessor/tutor
Training:This apprenticeship will provide you with the opportunity to learn how to provide outstanding early years care and education. By the end of your apprenticeship with us you will gain:
Level 3 Early years educator qualification; there will be an online assessment during our shortlisting stage to determine the right level of apprenticeship for you
Appropriate functional skills qualifications in maths and English, if you do not already have equivalent qualifications in these subjects when you commence your apprenticeship
A paediatric first aid qualification
Our early year's apprenticeship offers you:
The opportunity to gain valuable, practical childcare experience, working with children aged 0-5 years in a nursery setting
'Off the job' learning time within your working week which will support your studies
A childcare trainer/assessor from our in-house training academy of excellence, who will visit you at the nursery on a regular basis to guide and direct you
Group training sessions, with other apprentices from across our partnership, held at our academy in Newport Pagnell; there are 11 sessions as part of the level 3 course
A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership
Training Outcome:A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership. Longer term, as a level 3 qualified practitioner, you will be able to progress into roles such as Team Leader, Deputy Manager and Nursery Manager.
During your apprenticeship with us, you will benefit from:
22 days of annual leave, with the option to buy and sell days
Perkbox access offering various retail discounts and reduced ticket prices on days out
Fully paid enhanced DBS check
Complimentary breakfast, lunch and refreshments when you are at work
Thrive mental health app, employee assistance scheme and occupational health service
£1000 ‘recommend a friend’ bonus if you successfully refer someone to come and work for us
Cycle to work scheme
Annual staff conference and awards event, at which individual and team achievements are recognised
Employer Description:Childbase Partnership, delivering childcare excellence since 1989.
Rated ‘World Class’ by Best Companies and a European Business Award winner, the employee-owned Childbase Partnership is on a mission to give children the best possible start in life.
That means a commitment to continuously redefine excellence in every area of operation from imaginative, state of the art, age-appropriate play and learning spaces in nurseries to the award-winning training programmes for its early years professionals.
A top UK workplace for over a decade, every Childbase Partnership colleague is an employee-owner, invested in ensuring that each and every child in their care is happy, confident and ready to realise their full potential.Working Hours :You will work varied shifts, usually between the hours of 07:15-18:30 Monday-Friday, so you experience all aspects of the daily routine at nursery.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
As a childcare apprentice, your main responsibilities will be to:
Work as part of a team to create and maintain safe and supportive learning environments across the nursery, plan and implement opportunities to enhance children’s development, and complete observations linked to the early years curriculum
Interact positively with all nursery users and work in partnership with colleagues and parents to ensure all children’s individual needs are met at all times whilst they are in your care
Adhere to nursery routines and policies and to seek guidance from your leadership team as required
Successfully manage your time to ensure you submit your coursework by the deadlines set by your assessor / tutor
Training:This apprenticeship will provide you with the opportunity to learn how to provide outstanding early years care and education. By the end of your apprenticeship with us you will gain:
Level 3 Early years educator qualification;, there will be an on-line assessment during our shortlisting stage to ensure a level 3 apprenticeship is suitable for you
Appropriate functional skills qualifications in maths and English, if you do not already have equivalent qualifications in these subjects when you commence your apprenticeship
A paediatric first aid qualification
Our early years apprenticeship offers you:
The opportunity to gain valuable, practical childcare experience, working with children aged 0-5 years in a nursery setting
'Off the job' learning time within your working week which will support your studies
A childcare trainer / assessor from our in-house Training Academy of Excellence, who will visit you at the nursery on a regular basis to guide and direct you
Group training sessions, with other apprentices from across our partnership, held at our academy in Newport Pagnell (there are 11 sessions as part of the level 3 course)
A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership
During your apprenticeship with us, you will benefit from:
23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell days
Perkbox access offering various retail discounts and reduced ticket prices on days out
Fully-paid enhanced DBS check
Complimentary breakfast, lunch and refreshments when you are at work
Thrive mental health app, employee assistance scheme and occupational health service
£1000 ‘recommend a friend’ bonus if you successfully refer someone to come and work for us
Cycle to work scheme
Annual staff conference and awards event, at which individual and team achievements are recognised
Training Outcome:
A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership
Longer term, as a level 3 qualified practitioner, you will be able to progress in to roles such as Team Leader, Deputy Manager and Nursery Manager
Employer Description:Childbase Partnership, delivering childcare excellence since 1989.
Rated ‘World Class’ by Best Companies and a European Business Award winner, the employee-owned Childbase Partnership is on a mission to give children the best possible start in life.
That means a commitment to continuously redefine excellence in every area of operation from imaginative, state of the art, age-appropriate play and learning spaces in nurseries to the award-winning training programmes for its early years professionals.
A top UK workplace for over a decade, every Childbase Partnership colleague is an employee-owner, invested in ensuring that each and every child in their care is happy, confident and ready to realise their full potential.Working Hours :You will work varied shifts, usually between the hours of 7.15am - 6.30pm Monday - Friday, so you experience all aspects of the daily routine at nursery.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
SUPPORT FOR THE STUDENT
Provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.
Be aware of and assist with the implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes.
Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs.
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
Assist with the setting of challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence.
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher.
Provide assistance with student’s feeding, hygiene and personal needs including toileting.
Provide assistance with the moving, lifting and handling of students paying particular attention to the student’s physical needs.
Assist with the supervision of students during break and lunch times.
SUPPORT FOR THE TEACHER
Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils' work.
Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals.
Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour.
Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers under teacher guidance.
Assist with clerical/administrative support e.g. photocopying, typing, filing, money, administer coursework etc.
SUPPORT FOR THE CURRICULUM
Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use.
Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resources required to meet the lesson plans/relevant learning activity and assist pupils in their use.
SUPPORT FOR THE SCHOOL
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to Child Protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
Be aware of and support differences and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals.
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.
Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times.
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out-of-school activities as required and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher.
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
Show a duty of care and take appropriate action to comply with Health & Safety requirements at all times.
Demonstrate and promote commitment to Equal Opportunities and to the elimination of behaviour and practices that could be discriminatory.
Any other duties deemed appropriate by the Chief Executive and commensurate within the grade of the post.
Training:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification at Stockton Riverside College.
Functional skills Maths & English, if required.
Training Outcome:
An opportunity for a full-time position at the end of the apprenticeship.
Employer Description:Green Gates Academy is a primary school for pupils ranging from Year 1 to Year 6. Pupils attending our school have an Education Health and Care Plan due to their social, emotional and mental health difficulties. Some of the conditions our pupils are diagnosed with are ADHD, ASD, Attachment, Sensory Processing Disorder, ODD, ADD and Mental Health difficulties. We presently offer 50 places in our academy.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, working hours to be confirmed. Term-time only plus 5 days.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Able to work under pressure,Good practical skills,A high level of maturity,Punctual and reliable,Able to follow instructions,Enthusiastic,Willing to learn....Read more...
Work as part of a team to create and maintain safe and supportive learning environments across the nursery, plan and implement opportunities to enhance children’s development, and complete observations linked to the early years curriculum
Interact positively with all nursery users and work in partnership with colleagues and parents to ensure all children’s individual needs are met at all times whilst they are in your care
Adhere to nursery routines and policies and to seek guidance from your leadership team as required
Successfully manage your time to ensure you submit your coursework by the deadlines set by your assessor/tutor
Training:This apprenticeship will provide you with the opportunity to learn how to provide outstanding early years care and education. By the end of your apprenticeship with us you will gain:
Level 3 Early years educator qualification; there will be an online assessment during our shortlisting stage to determine the right level of apprenticeship for you
Appropriate functional skills qualifications in maths and English, if you do not already have equivalent qualifications in these subjects when you commence your apprenticeship
A paediatric first aid qualification
Our early years apprenticeship offers you:
The opportunity to gain valuable, practical childcare experience, working with children aged 0-5 years in a nursery setting
'Off the job' learning time within your working week which will support your studies
A childcare trainer/assessor from our in-house training academy of excellence, who will visit you at the nursery on a regular basis to guide and direct you
Group training sessions, with other apprentices from across our partnership, held at our academy in Newport Pagnell; there are 11 sessions as part of the level 3 course
A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership
Training Outcome:A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership. Longer term, as a level 3 qualified practitioner, you will be able to progress into roles such as Team Leader, Deputy Manager and Nursery Manager.
During your apprenticeship with us, you will benefit from:
23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell days
Perkbox access offering various retail discounts and reduced ticket prices on days out
Fully paid enhanced DBS check
Complimentary breakfast, lunch and refreshments when you are at work
Thrive mental health app, employee assistance scheme and occupational health service
£1000 ‘recommend a friend’ bonus if you successfully refer someone to come and work for us
Cycle to work scheme
Annual staff conference and awards event, at which individual and team achievements are recognised
Employer Description:Childbase Partnership, delivering childcare excellence since 1989.
Rated ‘World Class’ by Best Companies and a European Business Award winner, the employee-owned Childbase Partnership is on a mission to give children the best possible start in life.
That means a commitment to continuously redefine excellence in every area of operation from imaginative, state of the art, age-appropriate play and learning spaces in nurseries to the award-winning training programmes for its early years professionals.
A top UK workplace for over a decade, every Childbase Partnership colleague is an employee-owner, invested in ensuring that each and every child in their care is happy, confident and ready to realise their full potential.Working Hours :You will work varied shifts, usually between the hours of:
Monday- Friday, 7.15am- 6.30pm, so you experience all aspects of the daily routine at nursery.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
A fantastic opportunity to start your career in Childcare has become available at Noah's Ark Nursery in Lancing to work during term - timeThe role involves working with all children aged 1- 5years old.
You will be working as part of a small team you will be required to help supervise the children's play, learning activities and mealtimes.
Duties will include:
Caring for children
Preparing and maintaining environments to meet children's needs
Supporting children's play and learning
Supporting children's development
To help to keep children safe
Preparing snacks and help with their feeding and cleaning
We are looking for someone who enjoys spending time with very young children and willing to learn all job duties and train to gain childcare qualifications.Training:Level 2 Early Years Practitiober Standard.
As an apprentice you will be included on a level 2 Childcare apprenticeship this will involve a Regional Training visiting you in the work place on a regular basis to deliver the training.
To become an apprentice, you must:
Be 16 or over not already be in full-time education
You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career, want a change or you're upskilling in your current job. You can have a previous qualification like a degree and still start an apprenticeship.
As an apprentice you’ll:
Have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace
Learn and train for a specific job
Get paid and receive holiday leave
Study for at least 20% of your working hourscomplete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship
Be on a career path with lots of future potential
Training Outcome:This vacancy is for a temporary position with the possibility of permanent employment within Noah's Ark Nursery upon the completion of the apprenticeship programme.Employer Description:Opened on 19 June 2000, Noah's Ark offers a warm, loving and welcoming atmosphere to all our children. We are located within the superb setting of Lancing Manor Park. Our team of friendly and approachable staff have been carefully chosen for their personalities and experience in caring for young children.
Every child is an individual, and is precious to his/her family; therefore we like to work with parents, and are always happy to discuss a child's needs and progress.
We recognise that children only have one chance at childhood, and that their pre-school years are the most important formative ones of their lives. Therefore, our nursery atmosphere and activities are aimed at developing self confidence, friendships, social skills and, above all, love and happiness, whilst learning at their own pace through play about the world in which they live, and preparing for formal education at schoolWorking Hours :Monday - Friday / shifts TBCSkills: Communication skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Patience....Read more...
Support the administration team and the School Business Manager to undertake a range of general clerical duties, including financial administration
To undertake defined clerical tasks, in accordance with set procedures (processing) e.g. completion of standard returns and to receive and bank dinner money
To undertake the production of letters, report, charts, lists and worksheets and other documents and materials required in school
To carry out and maintain filing and develop and maintain spreadsheets or databases containing financial and non-financial information, and to liaise with examination and data administrators
To assist with the preparation and maintenance of statistical information as may be required
To undertake routine clerical tasks and reprographics requirements in order to support the administrative processes carried out in the school office
To participate in telephone and reception service in accordance with school security procedures regarding access and entry to the premises, dealing with personal and telephone callers in a courteous and efficient manner
Liaise with members of the public, suppliers, schools and other external stakeholders
To carry out maintenance and updates to the school web site, ensuring all data is up to date and current at all times
Compliance with all necessary policies and procedures relating to child protection, equality and diversity, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
To assist in maintaining a safe working environment in accordance with health and safety regulations and policy
To respect the confidential nature of the work and protect personal information in accordance with data protection regulations and policies in place
To develop an understanding of varying policies and procedures within the school, complying with their contents and raising concerns as appropriate
To maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff in their development and training
Training:
Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship Standard
Location – Firthmoor Primary School, Ingleby Moor Crescent, Darlington DL1 4RW
Working 5 days per week inclusive of 1 day release for study at Darlington College
Training Outcome:
There may be an opportunity to secure a long term position after successful completion of the apprenticeship
Employer Description:We are dedicated to providing the very best care and education for all our children. We want our school to be a happy, inclusive and successful community.
Within a safe, positive and supportive environment, our children are encouraged to take responsibility for their own health and well-being. We promote a love of learning, which encourages our children to aim high and become valuable members of society.
We pride ourselves on being a school at the heart of the Firthmoor, involving pupils, parents and the wider community in our achievementsWorking Hours :Monday - Friday, with one day at Darlington College.
Total hours per week: 37 hours a week.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Good working relationship,Multitasking,Willingness to learn,Confidentiality,Motivation and commitment,Work to deadlines,Can-do attitude,Work individually,Data input,Enthusiastic,Reliable,Flexible,Act as role model,Support school policy,Undertake further training....Read more...
We are looking for a friendly, reliable and organised person, who will support our admin function. Daily activities will include:
Major objectives:
To ensure that allocated administrative, finance and clerical records and systems are maintained accurately and kept up to date.
To ensure that callers and visitors to the school are dealt with in a friendly and courteous manner and that they or their queries are directed to the appropriate member of staff.
To ensure accuracy and confidentiality in dealing with requests and maintaining records.
To ensure that all forms received are complete, accurate and processed correctly.
To ensure that the school’s standards of customer care are achieved.
To comply with the appropriate Government, Local Authority (LA) and the School's policies, procedures and systems.
To follow the requisite procedures and legislation regarding confidential information, e.g. the Data Protection Act.
To be proactive in the implementation of the School’s and LA’s Equal Opportunities policy, Health & Safety regulations and Environment Protection policies.
Helps visitors and callers regarding procedures, forms etc.
Compiles basic written communications, reports, letters.
Arranges transport for school activities/visits.
Answers telephone and face to face enquiries when covering reception.
Takes messages or re-directs to the appropriate person.
Deals with pupils who are sick until they are collected by parents/carers.
Provides appropriate advice to visitors and callers on known school policy or procedures, assisting with forms etc.
Carries out security checks on all school visitors and issuing badges.
Informs parents/carers/professionals/services of meetings/events.
Liaises with support services (school nurse, dentist, therapist etc) to arrange appointments.
To answer enquiries from callers and visitors and to signpost.
To provide basic admin' support e.g: filing, photocopying, word processing, dealing with the post etc.
To ensure that any named lost property is returned to the owner.
To compile basic written communications, reports, letters, etc.
To help pupils with their needs, listening to concerns, being helpful and approachable.
Training:You will get training from our own staff as well as from the apprenticeship provider. All training will take place at the school and some tutorials will be remote and virtual. We will ensure you get protected time to study and receive plenty of feedback on your work and studies. You will have one to one coaching every 3-4 weeks from the training provider. At the end of the apprenticeship, you will achieve the level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship qualification. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and maths will be provided for those without GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent qualifications.Training Outcome:Completing the apprenticeship could potentially lead to career advancement within the educational sector, including roles such as receptionist or administrator or pursuing further qualifications to become a qualified school business manager, HR advisor or bursar.Employer Description:Currently 420 children attend Rolleston Primary School, aged between 4 and 11. As a school we work hard to ensure the highest possible education for every child that comes through our doors. We are determined to expand opportunities for each individual whilst recognising their own unique talents and abilities. The environment and creative curriculum we offer encourages expression, courage and determination.
https://www.rolleston.leicester.sch.uk/Working Hours :This apprenticeship is for 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 39 weeks of the year. Working hours to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Committed to learning,Good with children....Read more...
Establish constructive and positive relationships with pupils
Be willing to work at any of the special school sites in the Trust
Support with the delivery of agreed learning and wellbeing activities/programmes appropriate to pupil’s needs, to facilitate remarkable progress both in and out of the classroom including the hydrotherapy pool
Support pupils with access to learning and activities, providing guidance and ensuring physical, social, emotional and intellectual development
Support pupils with emotional regulation (including being willing to undertake Team Teach training)
Support with the implementation of Education Health Care Plans (EHCPs) and/or Personal Care Programme, including meeting hygiene, therapy and health needs
Physically assist a pupil as required in line with Trust policies and procedures
Support with administering tests and invigilating exams
Provide accurate and constructive feedback to the teacher and pupil to support progress
Support with setting challenging expectations whilst promoting self-esteem and encouraging pupils to act independently as appropriate as well as interacting with pupils, engaging in activities led by the teacher
Support with monitoring pupil progress, recording pupil responses against learning objectives
Support with the preparation, maintenance and use of specialist resources to meet relevant learning and welfare needs
Promote positive values, attitudes, and behaviour, maintaining a purposeful and supportive learning environment
Deal promptly with incidents and concerns, reporting where appropriate in line with school policy
Promote and reinforce the inclusion, acceptance and integration of all pupils
Participate in and organise extracurricular /enrichment activities, such as outings, social activities, and sporting events to enhance learning and engagement
Support with the supervision and welfare of pupils, contributing to effective behaviour management in school
Provide administrative and organisational support for the teacher / department
Maintain accurate records using relevant systems in line with policy and records management procedures
Attend meetings and undertake duties as required in line with Trust / school calendar, sharing expertise and supporting others
Contribute to the development of systems and procedures in the department, support the life of the school and work within the overall aims and objectives of the school
Training Outcome:
Future progression opportunities
Employer Description:Beckfoot Trust has been established since 2013, we are a family of 10 (primary, secondary and special) schools located in the Bradford District and we need great mission-aligned people to join us and live and breathe our values. We work together as one Trust both operationally and educationally to create remarkable schools where no child is left behind. We genuinely believe that with ‘applied hope’ and determination, all can succeed. We have the humility to know that we can all be better tomorrow than we are today, and we encourage self-reflection and a commitment to feedback.
We believe that Beckfoot Trust is a great place to work. We offer competitive salaries, dedicated CPD time for planning, bespoke professional development including career stage leadership development programmes and much more. Investing in our employees’ professional growth and psychological wellbeing are priorities for us.
Beckfoot Hazelbeck Secondary Special school, based in Bingley, is a vibrant and active community with a focus on supporting young people to be as confident and independent as possible, ensuring they are prepared for their future. We are immensely proud of our students and take every opportunity to learn from them and about them. Our aim is to provide an environment where young people are happy, safe, and supported so that they can reach their full potential.
Our ethos and curriculum are designed around our school sentence and is how we want to be remembered: ‘Hazelbeck empowered young people to overcome barriers to learning, connect with others and flourish in their future.’Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, shifts to be confirmed, Term-time only + 5 days. Times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Establish constructive and positive relationships with pupils
Be willing to work at any of the special school sites in the Trust
Support with the delivery of agreed learning and wellbeing activities/programmes appropriate to pupil’s needs, to facilitate remarkable progress both in and out of the classroom including the hydrotherapy pool
Support pupils with access to learning and activities, providing guidance and ensuring physical, social, emotional and intellectual development
Support pupils with emotional regulation (including being willing to undertake Team Teach training)
Support with the implementation of Education Health Care Plans (EHCPs) and/or Personal Care Programme, including meeting hygiene, therapy and health needs
Physically assist a pupil as required in line with Trust policies and procedures
Support with administering tests and invigilating exams
Provide accurate and constructive feedback to the teacher and pupil to support progress
Support with setting challenging expectations whilst promoting self-esteem and encouraging pupils to act independently as appropriate as well as interacting with pupils, engaging in activities led by the teacher
Support with monitoring pupil progress, recording pupil responses against learning objectives
Support with the preparation, maintenance and use of specialist resources to meet relevant learning and welfare needs
Promote positive values, attitudes, and behaviour, maintaining a purposeful and supportive learning environment
Deal promptly with incidents and concerns, reporting where appropriate in line with school policy
Promote and reinforce the inclusion, acceptance and integration of all pupils
Participate in and organise extracurricular /enrichment activities, such as outings, social activities, and sporting events to enhance learning and engagement
Support with the supervision and welfare of pupils, contributing to effective behaviour management in school
Provide administrative and organisational support for the teacher / department
Maintain accurate records using relevant systems in line with policy and records management procedures
Attend meetings and undertake duties as required in line with Trust / school calendar, sharing expertise and supporting others
Contribute to the development of systems and procedures in the department, support the life of the school and work within the overall aims and objectives of the school
Training Outcome:
Future progression opportunities
Employer Description:Beckfoot Trust has been established since 2013, we are a family of 10 (primary, secondary and special) schools located in the Bradford District and we need great mission-aligned people to join us and live and breathe our values. We work together as one Trust both operationally and educationally to create remarkable schools where no child is left behind. We genuinely believe that with ‘applied hope’ and determination, all can succeed. We have the humility to know that we can all be better tomorrow than we are today, and we encourage self-reflection and a commitment to feedback.
We believe that Beckfoot Trust is a great place to work. We offer competitive salaries, dedicated CPD time for planning, bespoke professional development including career stage leadership development programmes and much more. Investing in our employees’ professional growth and psychological wellbeing are priorities for us.
Beckfoot Phoenix Primary Special School, based in Keighley, is an amazing community who work hard to make sure that all our very special children can ‘be the best they can be’. In our school, children come first. They are listened to, respected and nurtured. Our day-to-day ethos and curriculum design are symbolised by our school sentence: To learn lots, make memories and be brilliant so that our learners can go on to lead happy, healthy, and fulfilled lives. Everything we do is driven by our values of Enjoy, Learn and Succeed.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed. 37.5 hours per week + (Term-time only + 5 days).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
As a childcare apprentice, your main responsibilities will be to:
Work as part of a team to create and maintain safe and supportive learning environments across the nursery
Plan and implement opportunities to enhance children’s development
Complete observations linked to the early years curriculum
Interact positively with all nursery users and work in partnership with colleagues and parents to ensure all children’s individual needs are met at all times whilst they are in your care
Adhere to nursery routines and policies and to seek guidance from your leadership team as required
Successfully manage your time to ensure you submit your coursework by the deadlines set by your assessor/tutor
Training:This apprenticeship will provide you with the opportunity to learn how to provide outstanding early years care and education. By the end of your apprenticeship with us you will gain:
Level 3 Early years educator qualification; there will be an on-line assessment during our shortlisting stage to determine the right level of apprenticeship for you.
Appropriate functional skills qualifications in maths and English, if you do not already have equivalent qualifications in these subjects when you commence your apprenticeship.
A paediatric first aid qualification.
Our early years apprenticeship offers you:
The opportunity to gain valuable, practical childcare experience, working with children aged 0-5 years in a nursery setting
'Off-the-job' learning time within your working week which will support your studies
A childcare trainer/assessor from our in-house training academy of excellence, who will visit you at the nursery on a regular basis to guide and direct you
Group training sessions, with other apprentices from across our partnership, held at our academy in Newport Pagnell; there are 11 sessions as part of the level 3 course
A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
Training Outcome:
A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership
Longer term, as a Level 3 qualified Early Years Educator, you will be able to progress into roles such as Team Leader, Deputy Manager and Nursery Manager
During your apprenticeship with us, you will benefit from:
22 days of annual leave, with the option to buy and sell days.
Perkbox access offering various retail discounts and reduced. ticket prices on days out
Fully paid enhanced DBS check
Complimentary breakfast, lunch and refreshments when you are at work
Thrive mental health app, employee assistance scheme and occupational health service
£1000 ‘recommend a friend’ bonus if you successfully refer someone to come and work for us
Cycle to work scheme
Annual staff conference and awards event, at which individual and team achievements are recognised
Employer Description:Childbase Partnership, delivering childcare excellence since 1989.
Rated ‘World Class’ by Best Companies and a European Business Award winner, the employee-owned Childbase Partnership is on a mission to give children the best possible start in life.
That means a commitment to continuously redefine excellence in every area of operation from imaginative, state of the art, age-appropriate play and learning spaces in nurseries to the award-winning training programmes for its early years professionals.
A top UK workplace for over a decade, every Childbase Partnership colleague is an employee-owner, invested in ensuring that each and every child in their care is happy, confident and ready to realise their full potential.Working Hours :This is a full time role and you will work 37.5 hours a week throughout your apprenticeship. You will work varied shifts, usually between the hours of 07:15am-18:30pm, Monday-Friday, so you experience all aspects of the daily routine at nursery.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Working alongside qualified early years practitioners and professionals, you will work towards your own Early Years Educator Level 3 qualification. Your mission is to provide exceptional early years care in a safe, nurturing and fulfilling environment whilst inspiring children to unlock their full potential through key skills and values which will establish them as gifted citizens of the world.
What do we need from you?
Reliable & flexible - contributing positively to the development of the team environment
Creative & observant - creating a fun and stimulating environment that builds on the interests of the children to help them progress
Responsible & trustworthy - ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children is at the forefront of your practice
Committed & motivated, working hard to keep on top of coursework and observations
Utilising the support and expertise of your colleagues and our early years apprentice mentor
Training:On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be awarded;
Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard
NCFE Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (EYE)
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid OR Level 3 Award Emergency Paediatric First Aid
Apprentices will achieve an EYE qualification which has been approved to count towards the EYFS level 3 child: staff ratios
Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking their end point assessment
Blended on/off the job training and location to be confirmed
Here are some more great reasons to join the team:
We want to improve your work/life balance:
Paid lunchbreaks (yes, you will get paid just for eating your lunch!)
Almost seven weeks of paid annual leave and an extra paid day off on your birthday
Family friendly policies including generous childcare discounts so your own children can attend (30% minimum discount)
We want to help you look after yourself
Feeling poorly? We pay enhanced company sick pay for when you can't come in to work
Need more help? Our staff have 24/7 access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured
Not sure where to begin? We have a dedicated inhouse well-being team to help you!
Feeling hungry? There are always plenty of snacks available
Cycle to work scheme keeps you and the environment health
We want to recognise all of your hard work and dedication:
£300 ‘Recommend a friend’ bonus and enhanced rewards for featured jobs
Employee nominated reward scheme with real world gifts
Free annual party to celebrate with your team
Training Outcome:We want to help you progress:
Wide ranging opportunities for training and career progression including Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner, EYITT, ECT, Level 3 Early Years SENCO & Forest School
Employer Description:Snapdragons opened in January 1998 in a farmhouse in Atworth, in response to local demand for high-quality full daycare. It developed an excellent local reputation and has since expanded into Bath, Bristol and other sites in Wiltshire. Snapdragons is a family-run business that can react quickly to local needs but, more importantly, can respond personally to the families that it serves.
Find out more about our ethos and values on our website.Working Hours :Monday to Friday; between 8.00am and 6.00pm.
Breaks to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
