Early Years Practitioner Apprentice Level 2

Work in partnership with other colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals to meet the individual needs of each child in line with company policies and procedures Use play to support children to understand and encourage healthy life choices Identify issues of safeguarding and child protection, ensuring that the welfare and safety of children is promoted and safeguarded and to report any child protection concerns to the person in charge Carry out self-reflection and use continuous professional development opportunities to improve practice Undertake specific tasks related to the safety and hygiene of the children and the cleanliness of the setting Use their knowledge of child development to work with parents and carers to improve children outcomes and wellbeing, including those with disabilities and additional needs Contribute to the planning and organise activities and children's individual experiences which will support and extend the children’s learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage Communicate and engage with children to support their learning and development Support the collection of accurate and up-to-date records which identify children’s individual needs, abilities and progress and use these as a basis for future planning Support the wellbeing of all children including those with additional needs and disabilities

Training:
Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship training will be provided alongside an opportunity to complete any outstanding maths and English qualifications, up to Level 2

Training Outcome:
This position may lead to a permanent position on completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
The staff and management at Butterflies Day Nursery in Cannock are passionate about providing quality care for the children they work with and understand that parents and carers want to provide the best possible start in life for your child allowing them to fulfil their true potential. Butterflies works with children from birth up to 12 years old, including preschool and after school, on a flexible hours basis.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday; shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Verbal reasoning,Listening skills