Early Years Apprentice - Stepping Stones Day Nursery

Stepping Stones Day Nursery are delighted to have an opportunity for an Apprentice to join their team. As an Early Years Apprentice you will be trained on the job to give you a true representation of what it is like to work in a day nursery. You will be allocated a buddy who you will work alongside, and you will work towards undertaking the role of a key person. Within the role of Apprentice, you will attend training days with our training provider and the other days will be based at your allocated nursery.

During your apprenticeship you will be required to:

To assist team members in providing the highest standard of compliance, care and education for children, and effectively manage daily operations of the nursery, including positive partnerships with staff and parents To contribute ideas to planning ensuring children receive high quality of learning and development To liaise with nursery staff regarding children’s specific needs and requirements To maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment To adhere to all Nursery policies and procedures To always meet health and safety and environmental health requirements You will work closely with your buddy to support the development of good practice with regards to inclusion. You will also observe, assess and plan interesting, stimulating, and challenging activities which links to the individual learning, development needs and abilities of the children in your care

Rewards and Benefits:

Staff welfare ethos Stamp cards Bike to work scheme Childcare discount Development opportunities

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 Functional skills in maths and English if required This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise

Training Outcome:
You could progress to being a qualified Practitioner and beyond - choosing a career with opportunities to train while you’re working ensures career progression

Employer Description:
Stepping Stones Day Nursery & Pre-School is the choice for families who are searching for a cosy, intimate nursery, with a large enchanting garden space where the children can explore and have fun every day. The nursery is conveniently located on Nine Mile Ride in Finchampstead, between the California Crossroads and California Country Park, and benefits from its own large car park. Parents and visitors comment on the home from home feel and love that all the children’s meals are freshly prepared and cooked on site each day

Working Hours :
40 hours a week Monday to Friday (Shifts agreed at offer stage)

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