Early Years Educator Apprentice - Lilliput Children's Centre

Lilliput Children's Centre is seeking a warm and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice who is passionate about working with children and eager to undertake a Level 3 Early Years qualification.

To be considered for this role, you must have a genuine love for children and a nurturing, caring approach.

As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, you will be part of a friendly and supportive team, responsible for a group of key children, planning and completing observations, and ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all children at all times.

You’ll be expected to comply with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework and help create a safe, fun, and stimulating learning environment. Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues is central to this role.

In return, we offer a range of benefits including uniform, discounted childcare, access to CPD through Noodle Now, payable bonus when qualified and 28 days of holiday (including bank holidays). Funded Level 3 training with £500 completion bonus plus £1,000 loyalty bonus after one year.

Salary - under 18 - £7.60 per hour, 18-20 - £10.05 per hour, 21+ - £12.25 per hour

We are situated on the Hersham village green in a characterful Victorian school building that we have owned since 1992. The Centre is registered for 150 children in spacious age appropriate group rooms.

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

Employer Description:
At Lilliput we understand that entrusting your child's care to someone else is a big deal. We are proud to have over 30 years of experience in supporting children and their families as they transition back to work. We pride ourselves on our caring and stimulating setting which many parents agree is the next best place to home. Our catchment extends across Walton on Thames, Hersham, Weybridge, Esher, Cobham, Molesey, Byfleet & the surrounds.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage.

Skills:
Communication Skills,Initiative,Organisation skills,Patience,Team working