Early Years Apprentice

Do you love the idea of working with children? Are you passionate about learning? Could you make a difference to the lives of the children in our Early Years provision? This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, keen apprentice to join our friendly and supportive team and train with us.

Duties may involve:

To provide a stimulating and happy environment where children can grow and learn To actively encourage children’s learning and progress in all areas of development by interaction and extension of play activities To work in partnership with the parents To actively supervise children during their lunch break To know and adhere to the settings operational and safety policies and procedures To assist the teacher with the short, medium and long term planning of the EYFS curriculum To carry out and record children’s observations in accordance with the requirements of the EYFS framework and as instructed by the Service Manager To participate in continuous professional development and training as required To ensure that any information received concerning the children is kept confidential To assist with the daily setting up and clearing away of all activities and equipment Desired personal skills: Confident in building and maintaining relationships with young children Works well with other people Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks set Able to work using own initiative Able to communicate effectively in spoken or written form Well organised Able to use ICT – word processing, emails, internet Aware of Safeguarding when working with young people Basic knowledge of First Aid if possible Awareness of Health and Safety issues Desired personal qualities: Positive ‘can do’ attitude Enthusiasm Enjoy working with children Reliable Committed High expectations Team player

Training:

Training for this qualification will be provided by ourselves at SCCU Group, an Ofsted good training provider. Our tuition is all delivered in the workplace and bespoke to your particular role. Early Years Teaching Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard, 12 months practical with an additional 2 months End Point Assessment period. Functional Skills in Maths, and English (if required).

Training Outcome:

Potential for future permanent position.

Employer Description:
https://www.wolstonprimary.org.uk/

Working Hours :
37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, term time only, plus teacher training days with 30 minutes for lunch.

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