Level 2 AYEP in a Nursery – Apprentice Nursery Assistant

Your role will include:

Working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, organising activities, being pro-active with the help and care carried out within the early years teaching sector Assisting and meeting the personal/emotional needs of individual children – changing nappies, feeding, caring and establishing a relationship with children Work (under supervision) providing all aspects of care/support to children, ensuring they take part with day- to- day learning and play activities Ensure that the setting is safe, clean and well presented Collaborate with colleagues ensuring the highest standards of
work are carried out and are provided throughout your role in a positive manner To contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children by creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities Attend team meetings and contribute relevant ideas Be able to understand and implement the setting’s confidentiality policy Contribute towards an effective and supportive team environment

Training:

Training to be provided:

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Diploma Level 2 Technical Certificate Level 2 Functional Skills in English, maths, and ICT (where applicable)
Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) Work-based learning

Training Outcome:

When you have successfully completed your Apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to continue with an exciting career in childcare! Initially you will be working towards an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare, with a chance to progress to a level 3 after that.

Employer Description:
We are a Forest-School and Reggio-Emilia inspired nursery in Morden caring for children from 0 to 5 years old, and provide a range of age appropriate resources and activities to encourage their development right up until they are ready to join school. To support us in meeting this mission, our approach to learning is as inclusive as possible and we have created a unique philosophy that combines thinking from Reggio Emilia, Curiosity Approach, and Forest School curricula. By blending indoor and outdoor classrooms in a home-away-from-home environment, we are able to create a space where children feel empowered and ready to learn.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday on a flexible shift rota between 8.00am and 6.00pm. Total hours per week: 35 hours a week.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience