Childcare Apprenticeship - Birmingham

As a Level 2 Early Years Apprentice, you will work towards achieving the Early Years Practitioner Level 2 qualification while gaining practical experience in a nursery or early years setting. You will support the team in providing high-quality care, learning, and development opportunities for children from birth to 5 years, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Key Responsibilities:

Support the delivery of a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environments for all children Assist in planning, preparing, and delivering engaging activities that support children’s learning and development in line with the EYFS Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues to promote children’s well-being and progress Support with the observation and assessment of children’s development, contributing to learning journals and records Promote inclusive practice, ensuring the needs of all children are met Uphold safeguarding and child protection procedures, reporting concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead Maintain a clean, safe, and organised learning environment, adhering to health and safety policies Work as part of a team, contributing ideas and supporting colleagues as required Demonstrate a commitment to professional development by actively engaging with training and apprenticeship requirements Reflect the values and ethos of the setting at all times

Requirements:

A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development Willingness to work towards a Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Good communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team Reliable, enthusiastic, and committed to learning Awareness of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities (training will be provided)

Training:

Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.

It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.

This involves regular catchups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.

This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12-month apprenticeship you will have gained; Early Years Practitioner - Level 2.

Training Outcome:

Possibility of a full-time role after the completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
Our nursery is purpose built to be in a safe, family friendly and developmentally appropriate environment, where each child and parent are valued. We are proud to provide a quality, child led, educational experience where children are encouraged and enabled to develop intellectually, physically, emotionally and socially, as we have been equipped to fit every child's needs to make sure that they can develop to the best of their ability. Our learning materials allow children to become familiar with technology and socializing with other children and making friends throughout their journey with us as we provide the kind of care and education you want for your child and the kind of emotional security that your child requires to meet their full potential.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday (09:00 - 15:00)

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills