Early Years Educator Apprentice

Job description

To be key to raising the quality of early years provision and act as an agent of change to improve practice in the nursery To ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted To lead practice across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), support and mentor other practitioners and model the skills and behaviours that safeguard and promote good outcomes for children, and, in addition, work in close collaboration with other agencies To lead the observation, assessment and planning strategy across the nursery To reflect, review and manage change to keep abreast with policy, research and training To have the skill, creativity, commitment, energy and enthusiasm required for leading practice in the early years.

Main duties

To promote the aims and objectives of the nursery To promote the high standards of the nursery at all times to parents, staff and visitors To provide leadership in the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage to other practitioners within the setting To follow the nursery safeguarding procedure to ensure all children are kept safe, well and secure and ensure all team members are able to do the same To ensure the provision of high standards of physical and emotional care To support, inspire and mentor other practitioners To establish and sustain a culture of collaborative and co-operative working between colleagues To work in partnership with families and parents/carers at home and in the setting To contribute to the work of a multi-professional team and co-ordinate and implement agreed programmes and interventions on a day-to-day basis To be accountable for the delivery of high-quality provision through an effective observation, assessment and planning process Remain up-to-date with all legislation, outstanding practice and leadership developments in the early years Implement changes following amendments to policy, new research and training To be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, planning meetings, monthly staff meetings, parents evening, fundraising events etc. To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time-to-time by the Manager

Training:

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

Training Outcome:

Promotion to higher role

Opportunities for professional development

Opportunities for higher qualifications

Employer Description:

Little Wonders Nursery provides a safe, caring, and inspiring environment where children can learn, play, and grow. We nurture every child’s curiosity and creativity through fun activities and dedicated support.

Working Hours :
Monday – Friday 09:00 – 15:30

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