Early Years Apprentice

Main Duties include:

Report safeguarding concerns about any adult working/volunteering in the setting to the Supervisor following the setting’s procedure regarding whistleblowing. If you have a concern with the Supervisor’s safeguarding ability, please report this directly to the LADO and the Management Committee Help prepare and fully set out the playroom before children arrive and tidy up after the children leave Help provide and take part in all the Pre-school activities Attend staff meetings and help prepare the long, medium and short term plans for the group, based on the Early Years Foundation Stage Take part in special events, outings and visits if required Listen to, encourage, enable, stimulate and ensure the safekeeping of the children Attend relevant evening meetings and courses in agreement with the Pre-school Supervisor or committee. Course fees will be met by the committee for approved training Advise the Pre-school Supervisor of any matter requiring attention such as concerns about a child, or equipment needing repair or replacement Keep completely confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff, which is learned as part of the job Take part in the key-person system, keeping records on the children’s progress and liaising with parents To attend Committee Meetings

Training:

For the full apprenticeship, candidates will complete:  

Level 3 Early Years Educator Qualification   Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) or Emergency Paediatric First Aid (mandatory requirement for the overall qualification)   For the End Point Assessment (EPA) apprentices will undertake an observation with questioning, and a professional discussion underpinned by the portfolio Apprentices must attend college sessions once per fortnight at the Ipswich Road campus, located near Norwich city centre 

Training Outcome:
A position may be available for the right candidate following successful completion of the apprenticeship The business is looking for somebody who wants to develop and gain a position following their apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Worstead Pre-School provide a happy, relaxed, caring, secure and purposeful environment in which the children will develop to their full potential by learning through active, play exploration and experimentation. We aim deliver effectively a broad, balanced, relevant curriculum and help the children develop self, motivation, confidence, self-discipline, respect and resilience. ​

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm. All year round. 20 minute for lunch.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Patience,Strong Interpersonal Skills,Responsible,Good Writing Skills,Reliable,Approachable,Committed to Safeguarding