Level 2 AYEP in a Nursery – Apprentice Nursery Assistant

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

Your role will include:

Working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, organising activities, being pro-active with the help and care carried out within the early years teaching sector Assisting and meeting the personal/emotional needs of individual children – changing nappies, feeding, caring and establishing a relationship with children Work (under supervision) providing all aspects of care/support to children, ensuring they take part with day- to- day learning and play activities Ensure that the setting is safe, clean and well presented Collaborate with colleagues ensuring the highest standards of
work are carried out and are provided throughout your role in a positive manner To contribute to a high quality caring environment for children by creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities Attend team meetings and contribute relevant ideas Be able to understand and implement the setting’s confidentiality policy Contribute towards an effective and supportive team environment

Training:
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

Training Outcome:

When you have successfully completed your Apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to continue with an exciting career in childcare! Initially you will be working towards an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare, with a chance to progress to a level 3 after that.

Employer Description:
Rainbow Day Nursery was established in 2003 and has been offering exceptional care for children between the ages of 4 months and 5 years. The Rainbow team are committed trained early years professionals with a breadth of knowledge from birth to 5 years. They recognise the developmental needs of each child to create a challenging and learning environment to support every child’s individual needs. We pride ourselves in maintaining a personal approach and providing a warm and welcoming environment for every family. Rainbow Day Nurseries value diversity and provides and inclusive environment, ensuring equal opportunities for all children. This enables them to access a well planned curriculum. We value children as individuals, prioritising the voice of the child as much as the voice of the adult. Children at Rainbow are independent active learners who are risk takers and critical thinkers. We value learning and growth, aiming to build a lifelong love for learning. We teach children and staff British values, such as democracy and mutual respect, and these underpin our work at Rainbow. We value the importance of research and evidence-based methods of improving the education we can offer.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, on a flexible shift rota between 8.00am and 6.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness