Be responsible for a small number of children in your key room as their key person, ensuring their care and with support from qualified staff ensure their learning and development.
Ensure the children in your key group meet the learning objectives according to the Early Years Foundation stage by planning for and observing their development with support from the qualified members of staff.
Create individual learning journeys to record and evaluate your key groups learning and development and progress.
Gain a full understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Provide an interesting, fun, age-appropriate learning environment with a variety of activities that stimulate the children’s learning in you care.
Ensure the children are given the opportunity to have activities outdoors and visit the local park and sites that the local area has to offer, ensuring that these experiences have a learning purpose.
Ensure you work in partnership with the nursery Special Educational Needs and Disability Co-ordinator to support key children’s learning and development as required.
Make and maintain learning materials and resources.
Gain a full understanding of the five outcomes for children from “Every Child Matters” change for children 2004.
Ensure the setting remains free from discrimination.
Record key information regarding the child’s daily routine following the nursery systems that have been put in place.
Feedback the children’s routine to parents on a daily basis, creating continuous partnerships with parents.
To have a full understanding to the settings policies and procedures and ensure they are implemented.
Ensure all children are continuously stimulated and a range of activities are provided for all the children ensuring that they reach their full potential.
Ensure all children in the setting are happy.
Ensure you are a good role model to the children.
To share in the responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children in the nursery.
Report any signs of illness, neglect, non-accidental injury, or abuse.
Assist in the daily domestic duties of the nursery, including ensuring the nursery is kept safe, secure and clean at all times.
Assist children with feeding, clothing, brushing their teeth and toileting as required, encouraging independence throughout.
Ensure children wash their hands before and after meals and toileting.
Keep children clean and clothes presentable throughout the day.
Ensure hygienic standards are maintained.
Give first aid as required.
Ensure the health and safety requirements are maintained.
Respect confidentiality at all times.
Respect the property of the nursery.
Ensure the high standards of the nursery are met at all times.
To be involved in out-of-work-hour activities including staff meetings, training and any other activities as directed by the above people that you are responsible to.
Communicate regularly with the people that you are responsible to.
Any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the above people that you are responsible to.
Training:
Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard.
End-Point Assessment.
Off-the-job training.
Functional skills in English and maths if required.
Training will include paediatric first aid qualification.
Training Outcome:Full-time position available upon completion of the apprenticeship. Employer Description:Rainbows is a privately owned Ofsted registered day nursery committed to provide the highest quality day care and Early Year’s education for babies from 6 weeks to children aged 5 years.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, between 7.30am - 6.00pm (agreed in advance on a rota basis).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Main activities/tasks:
Willingness to attend in-house and external training to gain knowledge and comprehension of the EYFS. This will include on-the-job training from more senior members of staff
To support all nursery practitioners in providing stimulating and exciting activities to incorporate the EYFS, and cater to the individual children’s interests
Build up a sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage through training and experience
Understands the principles of the key person systems
When deemed suitable all modern apprentices will be allocated key children
When applicable, good knowledge of their key children and their individual needs, which includes planning, observations and implementing of the activities
When applicable, baseline assessments such as summative assessments to be completed every 3 months, which includes the tracking system to monitor the children’s progress
Devise displays of children’s achievements, taking into account the presentation of the display
Ensure systems are followed for all health and safety routines. i.e. - Risk assessments, signing in themselves, visitors and children in and out of the building
Assist staff to create a stimulating environment both in and outdoors
Share ideas with the team to ensure the children are happy and learning
Responsible for ensuring medication is administered to key children at the correct times and all applicable paperwork is completed daily
To have knowledge and promote fundamental British values with in the setting
Build up a sound knowledge of safeguarding, including the prevent strategy
Supporting colleagues in the room by providing assistance in daily routines
To provide the highest standard of care for the children in the room ensuring you are a good role model by demonstrating your own Social, Physical and Intellectual skills
Working towards a level 2 qualification
Attend staff meetings as required
Ensure compliance with the Nursery Health and Safety PlanUndertake domestic chores applicable to the setting, i.e. general cleaning of equipment, areas, and ensure good standards of safety and hygiene are maintained throughout the setting
Assist in snack preparations and other daily duties
Maintain good standards of hygiene and cleanliness at all times
Be aware of any allergies that children have in setting
Attend supervisions and be honest about your responses
Ensure the confidentiality of any information received regarding the children, their families and other staff members
To work within the guidelines of all the settings policies and procedures, contract and employee handbook
To work within the guidelines set out by learning provider
Build up strong relationships with parents/carers, staff and children, ensuring you are approachable at all times to discuss any queries/concerns
Liaising with parents and other professionals where applicable
Be aware of risks and undertake any risk assessments necessary, with supervision of room leader if needed
Ensure risk assessment monitoring sheets are signed daily
To carry out any other reasonable additional duties as requested by your supervisor and/or Nursery Manager from time to time
To attend staff meetings, professional development training and any other events as requested by your Nursery Manager
The role will require involvement in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, staff meetings, open days, Christmas parties, etc.
Working in a nursery will involve working shift patterns including early morning starts and early evening finishes. The role may include long periods of time standing
Training:Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Level 2 Technical Certificate
Level 1/2 Functional Skills in English, maths, and ICT (if required)
Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)
Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Training Outcome:Possibility of securing a permanent position within the nursery on completion of the Level 2 Apprenticeship programme.
We are open to recruiting someone who already holds a L2 Early Years qualification, so please also apply. You will then work towards a L3 Early Years Educator.Employer Description:Starjumps opened in 2009, offering both full and part time sessions to children aged 3months-5 years. The team at Starjumps understand choosing a childcare setting is one of the most difficult decisions a parent/carer will make, so we pride ourselves on working closely in partnership with parents/carers from the very beginning to ensure we offer you a safe, caring and happy environment for your child!Working Hours :Hours are to be confirmed at the interview. However, the nursery is open 7.30am - 6.00pm, so early starts and late finishes may be needed. Shifts TBD.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Good attendance record,Flexible,Can Do Attitude,Caring....Read more...
As part of your role, you will:
Support the daily care and development of children aged five months to four years
Assist in planning and delivering engaging activities that promote learning, creativity, and social skills
Help create a warm, safe, and stimulating environment for children to thrive
Encourage positive behaviour and social interactions among children
Support children's personal development, including hygiene, meal times, and nap routines
Work closely with experienced early years educators to learn best practices in childcare
Ensure the nursery environment remains clean, organised, and welcoming
Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
Develop your knowledge and skills through practical experience and structured training
Duties and responsibilities:
Provide the highest standards of quality care and education
Maintain health, safety, and security measures at all timesStay updated and act in accordance with current legislation, policies, and procedures
Contribute to a programme of activities within the EYFS based on children’s interests and age suitability, working collaboratively with other staff
Be an active and positive team member
Attend all out-of-hours activities, including training, staff meetings, parents’ evenings, and events
Assist with washing and changing children as required
Provide comfort, warmth, and emotional support to all children
Effectively supervise children at all times, ensuring their safety and well-being
Engage and interact positively with children to enhance their learning experience
Ensure a high-quality environment that meets the needs of all children
Uphold hygiene and safety standards suitable for young childrenRespect the confidentiality of all information received
Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, working in close partnership to support children’s development
Develop your role within the team, particularly in the capacity of a key worker, keeping children’s files up to date and completing observations
Carry out domestic duties as required to maintain a clean and organised environment
This apprenticeship is ideal for someone who is passionate about early years education, eager to develop their skills, and committed to providing the best start in life for young children.Training:Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
On the job training with the employer whilst working towards an apprenticeship standard including Functional Skills if appropriate
Regular work-based assessments/observations carried out by an ABM Training Tutor Assessor, to determine competency and meet with Awarding Body standards
Training Outcome:
Being an apprentice gives you the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification and developing professional skills whilst earning a salary
Upon completion there may be the opportunity for a permanent role and progression within the nursery
Employer Description:At Grove Hall Nursery, we provide a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can flourish. Nestled in a beautifully renovated church hall in the heart of Balham, London, our private day nursery welcomes children aged five months to four years, offering a safe and inspiring space to learn, play, and grow.
We believe that early childhood should be filled with wonder, discovery, and joy. Our dedicated team, led by two highly experienced managers, ensures each child receives the individual attention they need to build confidence, independence, and essential social skills. With years of expertise in childcare, we are committed to creating a secure, caring, and engaging setting where every child thrives.
At Grove Hall, learning is an adventure. Our enriched curriculum includes music and movement, cooking sessions, and sports clubs, helping to spark creativity and encourage a lifelong love of learning. We are Ofsted-registered and operate Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 6:30 pm, providing flexible childcare that fits around busy family life.
We take immense pride in creating a home-from-home atmosphere, where little ones feel cherished, inspired, and excited to explore the world around them.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 7.30am - 6.30pm (with shift patterns of 8 hrs + 1hr lunch). 40 hours per week.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience,Eager to learn,Warm and Caring,Calm under pressure,Punctual,Calm under ressure,Enthusiastic,Empathy....Read more...
