Early Years Apprentice

As a Early Years Apprentice, you will contribute to a high quality caring environment for children.

This includes:

Creating warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally Under supervision you will provide all aspects of care for children including washing, changing and feeding Acting as key worker to a small group of children and recording observations and planning for them Assisting with meeting the personal and emotional needs of individual children Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Being aware of the nurseries policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to Completing all work to desired timescales as set by Showcase Tutor

Training:

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard:

NCFE/CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner Functional Skills in English and maths to at level 1 minimum (unless exempt) Training completed via work-based visits at the nursery and 4 hour of study time provided for coursework

Training Outcome:
Upon completing Level 2, you may be offered the opportunity to progress to Level 3 or a full-time position and further training

Employer Description:
PiXieS operate from 3 rooms – babies, 2-3’s, and preschool and have recently branched out to offer a sessional preschool and our very own Pb’s School’s Out Club – offering breakfast, after school club and holiday club for school children up to the age of 8 years old. We are open Monday – Friday, 7:30 – 18:00, 51 weeks of the year except bank holidays and Christmas. We have a large garden which has been significantly landscaped to provide an enchanting outside area for all age groups to enjoy. Following recent developments this now includes a mud kitchen, growing area, and a variety of enticing activities to encourage all areas of the children’s development.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday (Term time only) - Wage is pro rata.

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