Early Years Apprentice (Nursery Assistant)

Your duties will include:

Planning and supervising both child-initiated and adult-led activities that reflect the needs and interests of each child Supporting children to develop early numeracy and language skills through games and play Meeting the care needs of individual children, such as feeding, changing nappies, and administering medicine where required Working in partnership with colleagues, parents/carers, and other professionals to ensure every child’s individual needs are met Our aim is to provide children with the highest standard of pre-school education - to learn, have fun, and grow

We’re excited to expand our team with a new Apprentice. We’re a super-friendly team who work with brilliant children, and we’d love to hear from you if you’d like to join us.

Support for Pupils and Families:

Helping to deliver the EYFS curriculum, ensuring that the individual needs and interests of children are met (working closely with the nursery team) Supporting children to broaden and enrich their learning while promoting our key learning values Working alongside the nursery team and the SENDCO to help implement relevant support plans Providing a high-quality environment that recognises and respects each child’s individual needs, including any additional needs, disabilities, family cultures, and medical histories Supporting pupils under the direction of the nursery teacher or EYFS leader

Support for Teachers:

Collaborating with the nursery team to create an enabling environment and engaging learning opportunities Keeping records of your key children’s development and sharing them with parents, carers, and other key adults in the child’s life Supporting positive behaviour management in line with the school’s policy Helping to maintain a safe and welcoming environment Assisting the nursery team with administrative tasks, resource preparation, and classroom displays

Training:
Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard Attend our Filton Campus 1 day every fortnight

Training Outcome:
Successful completion of apprenticeship - full time permanent position will be discussed 

Employer Description:
We are a Primary and Early Years Trust dedicated to creating unique primary schools that serve their communities. At The Leaf Trust, we strongly believe in the transformative power of education, both as a means of advancement and as a source of joy. Our mission is simple yet profound: we aim for every individual to feel a deep sense of belonging within their school community and the wider trust community. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow through development opportunities and enriching experiences, ultimately leading to success in all aspects of life. We recognise that true collaboration thrives when we work together. As a family of schools, we prioritise the value of sharing knowledge, being inspired, and supporting one another. We actively encourage easy visitation between our schools, allowing for cross-pollination of ideas and collective growth. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, The Leaf Trust is dedicated to providing the highest quality education for all our children, staff, and families. We strive to create an inclusive and nurturing environment where each individual can thrive and succeed.

Working Hours :
Term time plus insets 32.5 hours – 8.30am - 3.30pm with one hour unpaid lunch break. Days to be confirmed.

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