Apprentice Early years Educator - Osmotherley Pre-School - DL6 3BW

To work closely with children aged 0-5 years old, looking after their daily needs such as feeding, nappy changing and toileting To work as part of a team to deliver and meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage for all children
To plan, provide and support age-appropriate play opportunities in line with the curriculum and individual needs of the children in your care
To ensure the safeguarding and welfare of all children in your care
To be a key person for an allocated number of children and their families
To observe, assess and record children’s learning and development progress
Provide an enabling environment that meets the needs of each unique individual child
To build and maintain positive relationships with parents/carers
To adhere to and follow the setting’s policies and procedures
To ensure confidentiality is adhered to at all times
To attend regular team meetings
To ensure standards of health and safety, hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times
To attend additional training events and meetings as identified by the setting manager for training requirements
To liaise and work in partnership with external agencies (both statutory and voluntary) to support children within the setting as appropriate
To undertake any other duties as deemed necessary by the setting manager

Training Outcome:

For the successful candidate there is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualification.

Employer Description:

At Osmotherley Pre-School we respect childrens uniqueness and individuality, acknowledging the first five years of a childs life are so important for their learning and development. By getting to know our children and families really well, we adapt our teaching strategies, learning environment and curriculum to meet their individual needs and holistic development, following all areas of the EYFS. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach we believe children learn best through play led by their own interests in a safe, secure and well-resourced environment, with highly trained staff ready to promote, challenge and create opportunities to enhance learning. This in turn builds confidence and great relationships, setting them up for life.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 7:30am - 6pm, Shifts TBC at Interview.

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