Strong Close Nursery Early Years Practitioner L2 Apprenticeship

The right candidates will:-

Have an understanding of how to enable young children to make the very best progress they can, including children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. Act as a key person from the Spring Term for children and maintain their records on our electronic assessment system. Have the ability to build trust and strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues. Be able to work as a member of a team to support children and their families. Have knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and contribute to planning the curriculum. Have experience of working with children 2-5 years. Provide and maintain stimulating learning environments for children both indoors and outdoors. Maintain resources and equipment.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete the employers application form.

Training:
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard. Level 1 Functional Skills in maths and English if required. Weekly day release at Shipley College on a Wednesday.

Training Outcome:
On a successful completion of this apprenticeship the apprentice can progress to Early years Educator. With additional experience, an Early Years Educator can become the manager of an early years setting.

Employer Description:
Here at Strong Close nursery we ensure high quality learning environments both indoors and outdoors with well trained, caring and committed professionals. We know that children’s well- being has a significant impact on their learning and development so happy safe children is our primary aim in order to support children’s learning and progress. Staff observe children regularly in order to inform their planning and ensure that each individual children’s needs are met.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, with a day release to college on a Wednesday. Please discuss the working week at interview.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience