Early Years Apprenticeship

Deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, and the Development Matters curriculum under the supervision and guidance of the Nursery Manager Support physical, personal, social, and emotional development of all children attending the nursery,including those with special educational needs. Provide a safe, stimulating environment which considers the families’ ethnic, cultural and linguistic backgrounds Observe, record, and assess children’s progress with reference to the Early Years Foundation Stage framework Communicate effectively with parents regarding their children’s development at the nursery and collaborate with them to support children’s development at home Be a key worker for a designated number of children, evaluate their developmental needs and follow up with next steps in collaboration with other colleagues including the nursery SENcO and where appropriate, external professionals Support children’s growth, independence, and resilience, through a balanced mixture of adult initiated and child lead activities and experiences

Promote the development of children’s language through high-quality open-ended interaction:

Create opportunities for children to express themselves in large and small groups Encourage the love of reading in children, by building up an age-appropriate collection of books, and reading stories with children on a daily basis Build a suitable collection of rhymes, stories and songs which makes learning fun and interactive Value children’s mother tongue if not English, and support the learning of English as an additional language

Assist colleagues and the Nursery Manager towards the smooth running of the nursery by:

Using an electronic register to accurately record children’s attendance Sharing information with parents about their child’s day at the nursery through face-to-face interactions, as well as the use of the nursery’s chosen communication software (Famly 2023) Completing assigned health and safety risk assessments Maintaining high professional standards and levels of care and hygiene, for both children and resources Read, understand, and adhere to all of the nursery’s policies and procedures, in particular the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Attend and participate in relevant training, share the knowledge and ideas gained with colleagues Collaborate with the Nursery Manager, to agree and work towards a set of professional development targets

Training:

Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

Waltham Forest College - 707 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4JB On-site in college 1 day a week

Training Outcome:
Nursery Assistant & Nursery Practitioner

Employer Description:
Our newest and largest nursery is nestled within Edinburgh Primary School, offering a thoughtfully designed space where children can thrive. This purpose-built setting features a fantastic outdoor learning area, perfect for exploring and discovering the world around them. Inside, you’ll find warm, inviting learning spaces carefully crafted with natural materials, creating an environment that feels both cosy and inspiring. Every corner has been designed to spark curiosity, foster creativity, and support meaningful learning experiences.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends.

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