Early Years Apprenticeship

To learn how to work as part of a team and to have input into the planning of a programme of care, education and play activities for children 0-5 years To support children during mealtimes so they are a time of pleasant social sharing, encouraging manners and conversation To be polite and friendly to all staff, parents and children To contribute towards providing a warm, friendly and stimulating environment, offering good quality play, care and education both indoors and outdoors To contribute to team meetings Have a commitment to personal and professional development To have an understanding of Safeguarding & Prevent Policies, Health & Safety Hygiene standards and Covid-19 prevention, which will include domestic duties associated to the care of children To have an understanding of Ofsted, work within current legislation and the company’s policies and procedures To have an understanding of good practice with regard to special needs and inclusion To have high standards of confidentiality in relation to roles, tasks and responsibilities described above To undertake such other duties as directed by senior staff, appropriate to that of an Early Years Apprentice

Training:

Working towards a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner/Educator apprenticeship standard, including Functional Skills in English and maths if required. Training will take place at Work. 

Apprentices will be seen every month for a Teaching and Learning Session. At least 6 hours a week will be spent training or studying. Details will be made available at a later date. 

Training Outcome:
Once qualified, the right candidate may become a fully qualified professional in early years & a valuable member of the team

Employer Description:
Open since 1988, we are a well-established, award winning, small, family run private day nursery. Located in the North of Carlisle, we are based on the ground floor of the owner's home, offering a true home from home environment.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8.00am and 6.00pm.

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