Nursery Practitioner Apprentice

Main Duties Include:

To follow all legal and statutory requirements as stated within the nursery policies and the EYFS. To support our early years practitioners in planning effectively following our nursery curriculum and ethos. To keep children safe from harm. To be responsive to children’s individual needs by comforting and supporting children when they need it. To support practitioners in maintaining the cleanliness of toys, resources and equipment, mopping/sweeping where necessary, and to support practitioners in ensuring the outdoor area is maintained and safe. To read stories/sing nursery rhymes to the children, either one-on-one or in small groups. Contribute to children’s progress reports as and when required. Participate alongside other practitioners in regular staff meetings. Attend training courses/ events and meetings as required.

Training:
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification Apprenticeship training will take place on-site with the employer

Training Outcome:
Once qualified, progression is offered to the correct candidate.

Employer Description:
We are a family run business with a real family vibe. Most practitioners have been with us for between 10-18 years. Suzanne, who is the nursery manager holds a BA Hons Degree in Early Childhood Studies with Early Years Professional Status and is qualified to level 6, this means that as an Apprentice you will support to very high standards in your training and development. Suzanne has been with us since opening as she part owns the nursery with her parents. Our newest practitioners have now been with us for 2 years. We have a very low staff turnover which we are proud of, we welcome everyone into our setting and make them feel part of the team. We We have a large outdoor area, we are passionate about the outdoors so the ideal candidate should not be weather shy.

Working Hours :
Shifts to be confirmed, 3 - 4 days a week between Monday to Friday, between 8.00am and 6.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Creative