Apprentice Early Years Practitioner

We pride ourselves on being a quality childcare setting, offering only the best childcare, learning and play to all children. We go the extra mile to make sure children’s creativity and imagination is nurtured and embraced so that we can capture the magic of childhood and enhance children’s learning through play and natural experiences. 
Main Duties:
· To assist with the planning of the curriculum
· To set up the playrooms for the daily programme and to tidy away/clean during and at the end of the session.
· To assist the key person to a small group of children, liaising closely with parents/carers to plan for their child’s learning and development ensuring that each child’s needs are recognised and met
· To observe, monitor and keep accurate, up-to-date records of children within their key person group
· To remain vigilant and advise the room leads of any concerns e.g. Safeguarding & Child protection issues, Health & Safety, whilst preserving confidentiality as necessary
· To prepare snacks/lunch for children whilst maintaining good hygiene practices
· To attend regular team meetings and adhere to any actions required to provide a quality service for both child & parent/carer
· To attend in-service training courses and meetings as required
· To maintain confidentiality at all times regarding any information learned that relates to the children, their families or any member of staff at Pre-school

Training:

Training will be at North Lindsey College, where you will have access to a wide range of facilities on offer. You will undertake the Early Years Practitioner standard.

Training Outcome:

Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate.

Employer Description:

Hillcrest Early Years Academy is a two-form entry stand-alone Academy from 9 months-7 years where our children are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to building high-quality learning environments where we encourage children’s independence, engagement and curiosity to promote a love of learning.

Working Hours :
Monday – Friday: 8.30am - 3.30pm (30 minutes lunch).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Passionate