Apprentice Early Years Educator - Smiles Nursery Norton TS20 1BY

Following appropriate policies, procedures and systems ensuring the educational, social, physical, emotional, health and welfare needs of the children are always met To become involved in children’s activities to stimulate and extend their learning To demonstrate sensitivity toward children and families within the facility Assisting in the admission and induction of new children Assisting in the maintenance of all necessary records to meet internal, E.Y.D.C.P and Ofsted requirements To take an active role in the promotion of excellent health and safety practices To respond effectively to any health and safety issues that may arise and report any necessary matters To participate in training and meetings as requested by the management team Performing any other duties commensurate with the general nature of the position requested by the management team

Training:

Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:

Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required) End-Point Assessment (EPA) Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) Apprentices must successfully complete the Level 3 Award in.  Paediatric First Aid. (RQF) or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF)

Training Outcome:
Continued employment after apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Smiles is an award-winning nursery that provides excellent childcare for children ages 6 weeks old to 11 years old across two sites; one in Billingham, surrounded by an amazing woodland area, and the second in the beautiful grounds of Frederick Nattress in Norton. We pride ourselves in providing a wonderful environment, so that every child can thrive and flourish. We believe that nursery years are such an important time in our children's lives. We have a wonderful team of early years practitioners, who have a wealth of experience and knowledge, and provide an inspirational and fun education, and care for all our children. We work closely with our parents and carers, and believe that a partnership approach is the best way to create strong bonds and happy children. It's only by visiting the nursery and seeing everyone working together, that the real atmosphere of the setting can be experienced.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 7.30am to 6.00pm, shifts will be on a rota basis. On occasion may need to work at the Billingham setting TS23 4AA.

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