Early Years Educator Apprentice

Summary of the Position:

To work alongside the Room Supervisors within the rooms aged from 3 months to 4 years To support the teams in providing high quality education and care for all children in a safe environment To assist the Managers in implementing all Jigsaws’ policies, including safeguarding, Health & Safety, Equality and Diversity To support and model good practice with other practitioners within the setting To update skills and knowledge on all aspects of pedagogy and to report back all aspects which will affect planning, resources and equipment to the Room Supervisor

Training:
The apprenticeship will be over an 18-month period during that time our training provider will come out and assess your work within the setting You will have a mentor during your time in the setting to support your learning You will be allocated 6 hours paid learning within the 30 hours to complete your written work and any maths or English Functional Skills On completion you will have a Level 3 award, Early Years Educator qualification You will also undertake a qualification in Paediatric First Aid Blended on/off the job training and location to be confirmed

Training Outcome:
Some of our staff on completion of their Level 3 qualification have undertaken a Level 5 within the setting

Employer Description:
We believe children have the right to flourish as individuals & at Jigsaws they are given the time and opportunity to do just that. Our staff provide an inspiring teaching environment and part of this involves making sure that our children have fresh, healthy and nurturing food, to keep them learning to their full potential. Our vision is to create a place that is secure and values caring and respectful relationships.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 7.30am- 5.30pm. This will be confirmed upon appointment.

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