Apprentice Early Years Educator Nursery Nurse
As an apprentice, you are encouraged to work as part of the team to gain as much practical experience as possible throughout the duration of your course.
Under supervision, you will work under the direct instruction of EYFS teacher/Lead EYFS Practitioner or support staff. You will provide high-quality care within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) setting that meets professional inspection standards.
Main Responsibilities:
Under supervision and direction, you will:
Support the pupils by:
1. Undertaking activities with either individuals or groups of children to ensure their safety and facilitate their physical, emotional and educational development.
2. Carrying our pre-determined educational activities and work programmes whilst promoting independent learning.
3. Working to establish a supportive relationship with the children and parents concerned.
4. Encouraging acceptance and inclusion of the child with special needs.
5. Promoting and reinforcing the child’s self-esteem.
Support the Teacher by:
6. You will observe, monitor and maintain written records to ensure children’s developmental progress.
7. You will liaise with parents and other professionals.
8. You will maintain parent confidentiality.
9. You will work closely with the Nursery Teacher/EYFS Lead and prepare reports that will assist in the children’s smooth transition to FS2.
10. You will report any injury or accident, ensuring that the health and safety of the individual is maintained.
11. You will assist in and contribute to student placements and contribute information to the Nursery Teacher so that they can prepare accurate and concise information in the support of a student’s development.
12. You will support the successful admission and transition for children and families.
13. You will contribute to the planning and organisation of interesting and appropriate educational visits for children and families, observing health and safety policies and making risk assessments.
14. You will take responsibility for the tidiness, safety and security of the EYFS indoor and outdoor areas.
15. You will assist in providing professional support on issues relating to child protection to parents and outside agencies.
Support the Academy by:
16. being aware of confidential issues to home/pupil/teacher/school work and to keep confidence as appropriate.
General
17. You will be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, inclusion, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person without delay.
18. You will participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
19. You will ensure you carry out your role in a way that demands high standards whilst supporting inclusion and welcoming diverse thinking.
20. You will ensure strict confidentiality in all areas of work.
21. You will work and process personal and sensitive information in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK General Data Protection Regulations (UK GDPR).
22. You will ensure work is conducted in a way that protects the safety and security of information (e.g., strong passwords, reporting breaches, securing paper records, securely disposing of records).
23. You will understand and comply with the statutory guidance regarding the safeguarding of children, always ensuring the safeguarding and promotion of children’s welfare, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Officer at once.
24. You will always comply with the Trust’s policies and procedures.
25. You will undertake other reasonable duties (with competence and experience) as requested, in accordance with the changing needs of the organisation.
Training:
Training will be at Doncaster College, where you will access a wide range of facilities on offer.
You will study towards the NVQ Level 3 Early Years Educator. There is an expectation you will attend all college sessions and complete assignments on time.
Day release.
You will undertake the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard: https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0135-v1-5
You will undertake Functional Skills for English and/or Maths if needed.
You will undertake both on and off the training by a team of industry-qualified professionals to give you the best skills, knowledge, and experience.
Training Outcome:
Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate.
Employer Description:
Crookesbroom Primary Academy is a high performing academy with a highly inclusive ethos. We believe that every child can achieve great things. Our curriculum is designed to promote learning, which is active, engaging, and personalised. With 229 pupils aged between 5 and 11, Crookesbroom is a busy and vibrant place. We serve the villages of Hatfield, Stainforth and Dunsville. We are a small academy, and we pride ourselves on knowing our students well and doing our best to ensure everyone fulfils their potential. We place great importance on the development of each and every child both academically and socially and emotionally. We aim to provide a wide range of learning experiences both within the classroom and beyond which will promote a life long love of learning and enable our children to become independent, forward thinking and socially responsible citizens of the future.
Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, Term Time Only over 38 weeks. Times to be confirmed.
Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Punctual,Self-motivated