Childcare Apprenticeship - Leeds

Are you ready to take the next step in your professional development? - We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed practitioner to join our team. No previous experience necessary, we will provide you with all of the training you need and support you to achieve a qualification in Early Years Education.

You must be hardworking and an excellent team player.

You must have a desire to learn and be dedicated to working with children and helping them to be the best that they can be.

You must also love being outside as we have a large outdoor space that we spend lots of time in whatever the weather.

We care about the wellbeing of our team and provide services to support colleagues to achieve good, healthy coping strategies and to achieve happiness in their everyday lives. 

As a apprentice you will work under supervision to support Children's development and well being while gaining hands on experience and formal training. In the early stages you will gain experience in supporting children's play, assisting with daily routines like meal times and hygiene, and helping with activities. You will also learn to build relationships with children, parents and colleagues and contribute to the observations and assessments of the child's progress. 

Your role will include;

Meeting Children's day to day physical and care needs Planning and implementing educational activities Safeguarding and promoting Children's welfare Observing and assessing Children's progress Working in Partnership with Colleagues and Parents & Carers

Benefits Include:

Good Transport Links Uniform Provided Employee of the month award (Bonus Incentive) Staff social events Employee assistance program Closed 1 week at Christmas

Training:
Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Early Years Practitioner Level 2

Training Outcome:
Possibility of a full time role after the completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
As parents ourselves, we understand the value of good quality childcare. That is why at Holly House we have created a safe place for children to explore and discover the world around them. Children develop an understanding of their environment in our fantastic outdoor space which houses a large vegetable plot, wooden play equipment and traversing wall, all surrounded by mature trees. Our comprehensive list of facilities and resources support children in expressing themselves in a way that is relevant to them.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 3 x 10 hour shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Patience,Communication skills,Team working