Early Years Apprentice

Duties and responsibilities:

College attendance/meeting with training provider and completing assignments on time To attend team meetings and participate in sharing ideas
Under supervision provide all aspects of care for children including washing, changing and feeding To assist with meeting the personal, social and emotional needs of individual children To provide adult-led interactions with children in the nursery To attend all training relevant to the role and deemed appropriate by the Manager/training provider To be aware of and abide by the nursery’s Safeguarding children and child protection policy and Confidentiality policy, and all other policies the manager deems appropriate Team work Support all staff and engage in a good staff team

General:

Contribute to good standards of safety, hygiene and cleanliness in the nursery Undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature, as may be determined by the trainee’s supervisor from time-to-time Carry out duties at all times in compliance with the nursery’s equal opportunities policy Look upon the nursery as a "whole" to consider where your skills can be best utilised. Be constantly aware of the individual needs of all children Respect the confidentiality of all information received Ensure the provision of a high-quality environment to meet the needs of all individual children Develop and maintain strong partnerships and communications with parents/carers to facilitate day-to-day caring and early learning needs Be aware of the community profile of the nursery and uphold its standards at all times Be aware of all emergency and fire evacuation procedures
Be aware of sections 7 and 8 of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Understand that, as part of training, you will be required to work across all the nursery areas

Training:
Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard at Stockton Riverside College Functional skills maths & English, if required

Training Outcome:
An opportunity for a full-time position at the end of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
We are dedicated to improving education through teacher training, resources and support. From Continued Professional Development needs, to planning resources, our team provide practical help that has proven results improving children’s education and provision. Shonette is recognised as bringing happiness, excitement and fun to the classroom. Her innovative ideas improve the learning experience and the pupils results. Our First Spread the Happiness Nursery is opening in September 2025.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday between the hours of 7.30am - 5.30pm, the hours will be flexible within that, dependent on the number of children.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Friendly and caring,Able to build relationships,Passion for working with kids,Confidentiality,Able to follow instructions,Willingness to learn,Supportive