Early years Educator Apprentice

At Giggle Tots we offer a warm and welcoming environment that truly strives to be a ‘home from home’.

Purpose of the Role:

To work with babies under two years old, providing nurturing care and a safe, stimulating environment that supports their individual development. Build warm, secure relationships that help children feel confident and thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

Support daily routines within the base room Plan and deliver age‑appropriate activities meeting children’s physical, emotional, social and learning needs Prepare, support and clear away activities, meals and snacks Support sleep routines, nappy changing and early toilet training Follow safeguarding responsibilities and nursery policies at all times Ensure the nursery is secure at all times Work cooperatively as part of the nursery team Demonstrate good attendance, punctuality and professionalism Build positive relationships with parents and carers

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 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:

A full-time qualified position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
The early years of a child's life are key to their educational, physical and social development, and as such it's vitally important to give them the best possible beginning. To ensure this happens, we provide well-resourced facilities and attract and retain staff that have a thorough understanding of children and how they develop.

Working Hours :
36-hours per week flexible 4/5 day week patterns, exact working days and hours TBC

Skills:
caring,Communication Skills,Friendly,Initiative,Patient,Team working,understanding