Nursery Apprentice - Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Are you ready to kickstart your career in childcare? Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre-School, is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice to join our team. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience and training in a supportive, fun environment… and earn as you learn!





What You’ll Do:


As an Early Years Apprentice, you'll get real-world experience working in a day nursery. You’ll be paired with a buddy to guide you, and work towards becoming a key person in the nursery. Your apprenticeship
will include training days and practical days at the nursery. Your typical day will include:





* Assisting team members to provide top-notch care and
education for children.


* Building authentic and meaningful relationships with
children and their parents/carers.


* Liaise closely with parents/carers and encourage their
involvement in nursery life and their children.

Training:

Your role and responsibilities will be defined by your employer, Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre-School, which will provide on-the-job training and incorporate 20% off-the-job learning into your workday. You’ll work towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship. Training is delivered by Realise, Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre-School's dedicated provider.

Training Outcome:

Starting as an Early Years Apprentice, you can advance
through various rewarding roles in childcare. With experience and
qualifications, you might progress to:





Room Leader: Oversee a specific room in the nursery,
leading activities and ensuring children's well-being and development. You'll also mentor team members.





Deputy Manager: Assist the Nursery Manager with daily
operations, including staff management, administrative tasks, and maintaining high care standards.





Nursery Manager: Manage the nursery’s overall
operation, including strategic planning, regulatory compliance, financial
management, and leading the team to provide an excellent environment for children's growth.





Each career step brings new challenges and rewards, offering
opportunities for personal and professional growth with dedication and hard work.
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Employer Description:
Poppies Maidenhead, rated Good by Ofsted (June 2022), offers a warm and friendly welcome where children enjoy inspirational learning experiences, both indoors and outside.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 36 hours per week

Skills:
Organisation skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience