Level 3 Apprentice Nursery Assistant

If you are a friendly kind of person that aspires to work within the childcare industry, then look no further. You will gain a great understanding of all aspects of the nursery and exposure with different age groups from 12 weeks to 4 years old.

Duties within the role include:   

Helping out with activities with the children  Personal Care of the children  Setting up activities and clearing them away  Ensuring that the nursery is kept clean and tidy  Helping out at meal times  Greeting parents and children Ensuring any relevant paperwork is completed  Changing nappies and feeding Work with children in the nursery, individually and in groups to assist and improve their development Attend training sessions and meetings relevant to the post. Other general duties as and when required

This apprenticeship is work based therefore you will be based at the employer’s business address.

Training:
Level 3 Early Years Educator -  (www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/early-years-educator-v1-3) Functional Skills up to Level 2 in maths & English if not exempt Please note that the apprenticeship standards require the apprentice to sit an End Point Assessment - please refer to above link for more information

This apprenticeship is all delivered in the workplace, there is no day release at college weekly. Instead you will be given minimum 6 hours per week off the job training during your paid working hours to complete the apprenticeship work set by your Assessor.

Training Outcome:
Potential opportunity for a permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship or progression onto a level 3 qualification

Employer Description:
The Poplars Nursery School was established in 1993 by Suzanne Sladen. Poplars Blossoms Nursery and Pre-School is an extension to this and opened in 2006. At the Poplars they are dedicated to providing support in a team environment and assessing all of the team’s training needs. They are an equal opportunities employer in that they believe everyone is an individual and should have the opportunities to succeed and develop personally and professionally.

Working Hours :
Shifts to be agreed around the nursery opening hours: Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 6.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience