Early Years Apprentice - Watford

An Early Years Apprenticeship at Bright Little Stars offers you the chance to gain a nationally recognised qualification that will help you enjoy a rewarding, worthwhile and fun career in childcare. Our Early Years Apprenticeships develop your knowledge and skills on and off the job, giving you the chance to earn and learn at the same time.

You carry out a 5 week paid trial which decides what kind of learner you are- then we match your unique learner needs to the best apprenticeship programme for you.

As an Early Years Apprentice, you will study towards either a Level 2 or 3 Early Years Practitioner.

Duties include:

Plan and carry out child initiated and adult led play activities supporting children’s individual needs and interests Provide play activities which encourage and promote children’s numeracy, literacy and language development Undertake the role of the key person to help children feel safe, secure and valued Carries out observations and use these effectively to understand the changing needs of their individual key children and plan for the interests in line with the early years foundation stage Carry out care routines such as nappy changing, toileting, hand washing and feeding routines with care, respect and compassion Work in partnership with other professionals, parents, colleagues and children to meet the individual needs of children Ensure the welfare, well-being and safety of children is promoted and report safeguarding issues and concerns to the person in charge Take an active part in the completion of their apprenticeship, meeting deadlines set by their trainer assessor and working with the dedicated mentor to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours Work in a non-discriminatory way to ensure all children have equal access to opportunities

What’s On Offer:

*High Apprentice Salaries Above Government Standard - up to £7.20 dependant on age and experience.

*Daily Hot Staff Lunches

*Win BLS Bucks Rewards Such as Virgin Experience Days

*Wellness Programme

*Job Opportunities after Completion of Apprenticeship

*Paid Training Days

*Mentor System

*Work With Qualified Teachers

*Apprentice Support Days

Training:

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:

Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours Level 2 Early Years Practitioner QualificationFunctional skills in maths and English if required

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

Training Outcome:

We have had the pleasure in supporting numerous Bright Little Stars team members to grow from strength to strength, both personally and professionally, changing roles and locations in order to meet personal and professional goals. You will be able to develop and grow your career at Bright Little Stars.

Employer Description:
Bright Little Stars Nursery in Watford opened in March 2016 and has been graded Outstanding by Ofsted twice, in 2018 and again in 2023. It is situated on a residential road on Sheepcot Lane and features a newly renovated, purpose built gated property making this an exciting, safe and secure environment for you and your little one. They will enjoy the highest standards of childcare in which to develop and gain their early years experience in a stimulating home from home environment.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday Shifts to be confirmed

Skills:
Communication Skills,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience