Early Years Educator Apprentice

The position is in our First Class Nursery. This role involves supporting the daily activities within the nursery, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all children. The Nursery Practitioner will work closely with the lead educators to promote the development and well-being of each child in our care. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children.

We will support candidates to undertake an apprenticeship in Childcare alongside working with us in the setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage with children during playtime, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Communicate effectively with children, encouraging their social skills and emotional development.
• Communicating with parents daily and at parents evenings, sharing information regarding their child's development.
• Support children in their daily routines, including meals, naps, and personal hygiene.

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 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

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

Training Outcome:

Career opportunity within the nursery and group to develop.

Employer Description:
The nursery is based on the grounds of a school with private grounds. The nursery opened in 2009 and has a baby, toddler and preschool room. First class day nursery is part of the Toots Nursery group. The nursery is open all year round apart from public closure on bank holidays. The nursery was graded Outstanding by Ofsted.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday shifts between 8-6pm

Skills:
Attention to detail,caring,Communication Skills,Creative,Initiative,Logical,Non judgemental,Patience,Team working