Apprentice Early Years Practitioner Hassockmoor Childcare - Barrington

Providing high quality childcare for children, which includes a wide range of activities and opportunities to enable children to achieve their full potential. Assist in the provision of a warm caring environment for children and their families, accessible to all. Integrate children with additional needs, sensitively and positively into the setting, promoting participation in a range of quality activities. Liaise closely with all members of the staff team to ensure childcare provision links to the Early Years Foundation Stage, requiring knowledge and application of this. Assist in the provision of a high quality play through planning, effective room organisation and provision of resources. Liaise with parents/carers to highlight the needs of their children and sharing developmental information on a regular basis with other professionals. Daily supervision and care of a number of children including taking care of children’s personal care needs, encouraging independence and social skills.  Laying up for meals, supervision of meals, clearing and cleaning away after meals. Encouraging healthy eating and social skills at the table. Assist in ensuring the maintenance of adequate standards of cleanliness and hygiene for children attending the setting. Have an overall knowledge of and provide a service which values and respects; the race, religion, language, culture and needs of all the children and families using the provision. To be aware and work within the Health and Safety framework, policies, procedures, guidelines and legislation to include fire drills and accident reports. To provide flexibility in covering and care at short notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

Training:
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Functional skills in maths & English (Level 2) (if required) College sessions, once a fortnight

Training Outcome:
Fully qualified and will be able to apply for a permanent role if available. 

Employer Description:
Time and space to learn and grow. Fully registered premises with experienced, caring and qualified staff offering a safe and happy environment.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 08.30-17.15, with one day a fortnight in college.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Literacy skills,Hard working,Good time management,Friendly, kind and caring,Able to follow instructions,Punctuality,Keep on top of college work,Dedicated to apprenticeship,Ability to maintain records,Observe and monitor progress