Early Years Apprentice (36292)

Main duties:

To regularly review, develop and monitor the curriculum and activities available to children to ensure that high standards of childcare are maintained Provide for the safety and well-being of children, taking account of their social, recreational and individual needs and to keep appropriate records of evidence, observations and assessment on the IT system Attend training courses for personal professional development purposes and to disseminate information from these to other staff Ensure that all Policies and Procedures set down by the nursery are adhered to Work together as part of a team to ensure appropriate delivery of nurturing / recreational activities for children attending Ensure that health and safety procedures are carried out in the room and report accidents or incidents through the relevant system Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of children using the nursery management software Be willing and able to travel between sites depending on urgent business needs

Specific Duties:

Promote positive relationships and interactions between all adults and children involved in the setting To have excellent knowledge of children for whom you are responsible as a Key Person including their background, home life and next steps To plan specific activities for children for whom you are responsible as a Key Person to address their next steps, keeping in mind the intent, implementation and impact of these activities Ensure parents / carers are well-informed of their children’s progress and are always welcome in the setting Attend and participate in parent / staff meetings and other meetings as may be relevant Monitor children for the identification of possible special needs and discuss any concerns with the Nursery Manager/ SENCO Comply with all OFSTED requirements Act appropriately in an emergency situation ensuring that the safety and well-being of children is paramount at all times Provide a warm and caring environment for the children whilst always having regard for their individual needs Encourage the active participation of all children Carry out any other occasional reasonable duties as requested by managers

How you will be supported

Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next?

New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements for the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:

More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for Any training you need to complete What the next steps will be

How you could get there If you were catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

Training Outcome:

Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
Our Vision is simple; to nurture and grow happy, healthy and inquisitive little achievers. Our Mission; is to take every child down a path of magical adventure and be recognised as the kite mark for creative learning delivered by exceptional, passionate professionals. Our Values; We are a team – we have a passion for excellence, we are uncompromising on our values. We are fun – we live and breathe Early Years and make it enjoyable. We are approachable – we explore solutions rather than focusing on problems. We are professional – relationships and teams are key, we treat everyone with respect. We are ethical – we work hard to ensure our nurseries have a positive impact on the world we live in.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, hours TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Creative,Patience,Reliable,Friendly,Approachable,Confident,Flexible,Driven