Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprentice at St Mary’s CofE Primary School, Bath,

Are you ready for a dynamic role where no two days are the same? As our Early Years Practitioner Apprentice, you'll be an essential part of our nursery team, making a real difference in children's lives.

Your Day Will Include:
• Getting Involved: You'll be right in the action, playing with children and helping to plan and set up exciting activities that foster learning through play.
• Recording Progress: You'll observe children's learning and growth, helping us track their amazing progress and ensure they get the support they need for a smooth transition to their next steps.
• Looking After Everyone: You'll assist with snack and lunch times, rest periods, and children's personal needs like hygiene and health, always prioritising their safety and happiness.
• Encouraging Interaction: You'll help children connect with each other and engage in all planned activities.
• Keeping Things Sparkling: You'll help maintain a clean and tidy play area.
• Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: You'll collaborate with other experts, like speech therapists, to provide the best possible support for our children.
• Creating a Happy Environment: You'll ensure our nursery is a safe, fun, and welcoming place for every child, supervising them and making sure they have access to all learning activities.
• Building Relationships: You'll be a friendly face for children and parents, fostering strong, positive connections that help every child thrive.
• Helping Every Child Shine: You'll assist with special educational or behavioural plans, ensuring each child receives tailored support.
• Giving Feedback: Under the guidance of our Nursery Manager, you'll help provide children with feedback on their achievements.

 

Are You Our Kind of Person?
We're looking for someone who is:
• Friendly & Easy to Talk To: You smile a lot and connect well with both children and adults.
• Patient & Caring: You can handle children's big emotions with kindness.
• Great with People: You'll enjoy interacting with children, parents, and our team constantly.
• Flexible: Ready for anything, as no two days are alike.
• Reliable & Trustworthy: We and the children count on you.
• Motivated: You're keen to learn and make a real difference.
• Good with Time: Always punctual and ready to go.
This role is perfect for someone with a bubbly, outgoing personality who is eager to get involved and put in the effort.
More Than Just Hands-On Work!
Beyond the daily activities, you'll also be studying. You'll attend college sessions and complete assignments to earn your Early Years Practitioner Level 2 qualification. You'll also enhance your communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues, becoming an incredibly valuable team member.
Heads up: This job might close early if we receive many applications, so don't delay if you're interested!

Training Outcome:

Following successful completion of this apprenticeship there may be the opportunity for permanent employment at this school or another within the Trust. Or the opportunity to pursue a Level 3 Qualification.

Employer Description:
St.Mary's is a small school with a big vision of, 'I can do all things'. We are incredibly lucky to have the feeling of a small school, alongside an impressive school site with stunning outdoor learning spaces. St.Mary’s was originally built as a secondary school, so we are spoiled for land and facilities, which are used every day. We have a range of dedicated EYFS play areas, school playgrounds, woodlands, outdoor classrooms, a dedicated forest school site, raised beds, a greenhouse, a huge field and a sports pavilion! We believe our children should have every opportunity throughout their time with us. We believe Primary School should be ‘the best years of their life’ and we want to ensure every opportunity is provided for them to experience a broad and rich curriculum.

Working Hours :
8.30 am – 3.30 pm Monday to Friday (one day will be college / remoted learning)

Skills:
Communication skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness,Reliable