Early Years Apprentice

Forming relationships with the children, enabling them to be comfortable in their surroundings. Providing an environment where children can learn through play and exploration. Working as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care and education. To ensure that the early years is a safe environment for children, staff and others. Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection issues. Developing partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child’s development. Developing partnerships with external agencies to support the development of the whole child. Ensuring professionalism at all times in relation to confidentiality, reliability, punctuality and behaviour. Following instructions and taking guidance to support own development within the EYFS setting. To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the school leadership team. To provide a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment, both indoors and outdoors, at all times. To help ensure the EYFS setting meets Ofsted requirements at all times. To work with other professionals in the local area for the benefit of children and families. To understand and work to EYFS setting policies and procedures, including how to deal with child protection issues appropriately and how to respond to incidents, accidents, complaints and emergencies. Ensure records are properly maintained, e.g. daily attendance register, accident and incident book, and risk assessments. To liaise closely with parents/carers, informing them about the early years and its curriculum, exchanging information about children’s progress and encouraging parents’ involvement. To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed, in accordance with the preschool's aims and objectives.

Other Duties:

Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the academy. Committed to make a difference in children’s lives. To follow and actively promote the academy’s ethos and policies. Committed to the Learning Community Trust vision. Comply with the Health and Safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate. Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.

Training:
One day a week at Telford College- Haybridge Road, Wellington, TF1 2NP Mentor on visit Regular assessor visits

Training Outcome:
A full-time position may be available depending on performance.  

Employer Description:
As educators, we inspire the love of learning in children and are motivated to make a positive difference to their lives. Together we are united in striving to remove all barriers, so children are successful, and their individual needs are accommodated. Our academy takes pride in leading the children on their journey both educationally and through a range of life experiences; enabling them to drive their own future as well as prepare them for living in an ever-changing world. We ensure we work together in partnership with parents and carers keeping all regularly informed so that Lantern Primary and Nursery is the beacon of the community. The academy values of ‘We Respect’, ‘We Care’ and ‘We Persevere’ are interwoven into our curriculum, culture and ethos. We provide a welcoming and positive environment for all of our children and deliver a high-quality curriculum written to equip the children with essential knowledge and the skills needed to be successful citizens in the 21st century. Join us at Lantern Primary and Nursery ‘Where every child shines.’

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday (hours will be confirmed at the interview).

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Effective communicate