An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nursery Deputy Manager with 2 years experience working in an early years setting to join a well-established childcare provider. This full-time role offers excellent benefits and a starting salary of £32,000 for 44 hours work week.
As a Nursery Deputy Manager, you will undertake overall day-to-day management of the nursery in the absence of the Manager. This full-time position with 44 hours per week working.
You will be responsible for:
* Assist the manager in ensuring compliance with current policies, procedures, and legislation from the EYFS.
* Ensure the safety and well-being of all children.
* Serve as a positive role model for children and colleagues.
* Manage and motivate the team to foster a happy working environment.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Deputy Manager, Assistant Nursery Manager, Third in charge, Room leader or in a similar role.
* At least 2 years experience working in an early years setting.
* Level 3 Childcare and Education qualification or equivalent qualification.
* Background in leading and supporting team.
* Up-to-date safeguarding training.
* Current First Aid certification.
* Enhanced DBS check.
Shift:
* Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 6:00pm
What's on offer:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Annual bonus scheme
* 25% discount on childcare
* Paid birthday leave after one year
* Additional leave for perfect attendance
* Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
* Fully funded training and development opportunities
* Daily meals and refreshments provided
* Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
* £100 worth of high street vouchers for monthly recognition
* Regular team events, including Summer and Christmas celebrations
Apply now for this exceptional Nursery Deputy Manager opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
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To ensure that children are kept safe and that you understand when to follow child protection procedures
To advise the Manager of any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary
Attend safeguarding training to ensure knowledge is up to date
To help to set up the room(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away and clean at the end of the session
To be a key person’s assistant to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met
Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members
To assist with the teaching of children to a high standard, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulating play experiences
To support mealtimes within the setting
Training:The Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship prepares learners to become Early Years Educators, enabling them to work with children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years.
This qualification is structured around the following four themes:
Health and well-being
Legislation, frameworks and professional practice
Play, development and learning for school readiness
Professional development
The training will take place within the educational setting with no day release required to college and you will have regular reviews with your tutor every 4 - 6 weeks.
You will also gain a level 3 certificate in Paediatric First Aid.Training Outcome:
The candidate can expect a full time position within the nursery as a nursery practitioner or room leader
Employer Description:At Docklands Montessori Day Nursery & Preschool, we understand how children learn. Underpinning everything, we do at Docklands Montessori Day Nursery & Preschool is our unique pedagogy. This ensures teachers at Docklands Montessori Day Nursery & Preschool lead learning to provide the very best outcomes for all of our children.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Patience....Read more...
You'll create meaningful relationships with the children, your team and with parents to provide the best service for our families
Ensure that every child's wellbeing is met by providing a thriving and safe environment
Safeguarding all children in the setting and making sure any child protection concerns are always appropriately acted upon immediately
You will observe, monitor and support delivering activities and learning experiences linked to the EYFS
Ensure children’s progress and achievements are regularly and effectively assessed and recorded. Including any activities, meals served, and medication administered
Meet the needs of individual children, having an awareness of any disabilities, family cultures, and medical histories
Learn and maintain high standards in the nursery
Support and serve food to children, ensuring any special dietary requirements are always met
Training:Early years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
The program offers a blended approach, including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments
We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio
Candidates are not required to attend college. Instead, this will include off-the-job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship
These OTJH will be within working hours of employment - e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH. Less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor. This tutor will make in-person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5–6 weeks
Training Outcome:
After completing a Level 2 Early Years Apprenticeship, you can typically progress to a higher level apprenticeship (Level 3) to become a fully qualified Early Years Practitioner, take on a nursery assistant role, or pursue further education to specialise in a specific area of early childhood development
Employer Description:Little Clowns Nursery opened in 1990 and is located in Clevedon in North Somerset, operating from two levels of a large Victorian house. We have always had good inspections. Our ethos is learning through play, showing kindness and compassion and inclusion for others.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between 8.30am - 4.30pm. Part time or full time hours available.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Our Little ButtercupsA special place where a good education and happy times go hand in hand…Buttercups Nursery School has been a notable part of the Whiteley Community since 1998, providing a happy, friendly, fun filled childcare setting for children to reach their full potential, and for todays parents to have complete peace of mind whilst their child is in our care.Join our wonderful nursery Buttercups as an assistant to a key person, and member of the nursery team to provide safe, high quality education and care for young children. To have full regard to the requirements of the Statutory Guidance for the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Main Responsibilities and Tasks:
• To work within our Early Years Team, supporting the planning and implementation of activities with individual or groups of children; promoting effective teaching and learning.• To be part of our Early Years Team that provides a purposeful, stimulating environment rich in learning opportunities, both indoors and outdoors.• To promote the inclusion of all children.• To use gained knowledge of the individual and diverse ways that children learn and develop, to meet their differing needs.• To establish positive and sensitive relationships with children.• To act as a role model and set achievable expectations.• To be responsible for organising the environment inside and outside to ensure that resources and equipment are available and appropriate to meet the needs of the individual children in the group. These activities will take into account children’s abilities interests, language and cultural backgrounds.Training:It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.
This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.
This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 18 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Early Years Educator L3.Training Outcome:Possibility of a full time role after the completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Buttercups Nursery was founded in 2014, beginning its journey in a shared building at a football club in North Petherton.
As our nursery quickly grew, so did our vision. To expand our provision and offer even more to our families, we developed Buttercups at the Community Building in Huntworth.
We believe every child deserves the best start in life, and we are dedicated to helping them reach their full potential.
Our nurturing environment provides a secure foundation for learning and development, with carefully planned activities tailored to each child’s needs and interests.
With a passionate and dedicated team, we work in partnership with parents and carers to ensure every child makes meaningful progress.Working Hours :Monday-Friday, shifts TBC.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills....Read more...
We are currently offering an exciting apprenticeship position for a Nursery Assistant Apprentice to join our dedicated team. This apprenticeship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of childcare while contributing to the development and well-being of young children.
Duties to include:
Planning and supervision of activities like arts and crafts, reading stories and providing activities to develop language skills.
Supporting the development of the childcare provision.
Providing an excellent range of activities that ensure that the child learns whilst having fun.
Assisting the facility in meeting OFSTED requirements.
Being a team player.
Providing challenging and stimulating activities for all children appropriately.
Undertaking First Aid training as required.
Undertaking training as appropriate to meet any changes in standards or appropriate legal requirements as required.
Ensuring that all Health and Hygiene requirements are adhered to at all times.
IND01Training:Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.
It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.
This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.
This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship. Training Outcome:Possibility of a full time role after the completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:The Nest Day Nursery in Walton-on-Thames, is a unique nursery that follow a child-led approach to learning. The children and staff alike get to participate in woodwork, cooking and gardening alongside a free-flow play environment. As an apprentice, you would be able to help and guide the children within this unique learning journey.
Working Hours :Monday-Friday (Shift Range between 7:30AM-6:30PM)Skills: Attention to detail,Creative,Patience....Read more...
Early Years Teaching Assistant- Feltham
Join a fantastic mainstream primary school in Feltham as a full time Early years / Reception Teaching Assistant, working Monday to Friday 8:30-4pm. This presents an exceptional opportunity to foster children’s learning and development within a nurturing and highly supportive environment.
Experience within a school setting such as a Nursery is preferred, however you must have experience working with children (in the UK) in some capacity.
The Role:
Preparing exciting lessons through the use of visual prompts, audio and colour.
Teaching children basic learning tools, such as recognising the alphabet or naming everyday objects.
Ensuring that classrooms and outside play areas are child-friendly and safe
Notifying parents of positive progress and suggesting ways to overcome early development problems
Requirements:
Available to work 08:30 to 16:00, Monday to Friday
Previous experience with children in some capacity in the UK.
Enjoy working with children and seeing them progress with their learning
Already have or willing to apply and pay for a Child Only DBS
Either live in Feltham or within a commutable distance
Have knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and experience in early years
Pay rate is dependent on qualifications, experience and skills.
Envision Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Envision Education is also committed to following a policy of equal opportunities.
We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture or disability.
You must be a UK resident or hold a full UK visa and be willing to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.
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Helping students with their learning
Running activities with small groups
Supporting students with challenges, such as with reading, writing, or confidence
Providing feedback to students and teachers on a student's progress, achievement, and any problems
Creating and maintaining an orderly and supportive environment
Undertaking administrative tasks as needed
Preparing the classroom for lessons
Training:Specialist Teaching Assistant Level 5 (Higher national diploma) Apprenticeship Standard:
The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignmentsWe use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship
These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks
Training Outcome:Progression after this apprenticeship:
Pathways include moving towards HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) status or considering a Level 6 Teacher Apprenticeship if teaching is a goal
Employer Description:About this company
An Independent Special school that caters for age ranges 5 - 19yrs. We have been a successful Independent Special School in Wales since 2007. We have been open on our all-through school in Shrewsbury, England for two academic years and are now in our 3rd academic year of operation. Our ethos is to offer more students and their families the opportunity to experience the Therapeutic approach to education and life. Many of our pupils have had challenges within the education system. We go right back to basics and build relationships, self-confidence and a real sense of safety from the offset. Once this is in place, learning will follow. Our pupils have a range of special educational needs and all have EHCP's. We currently have 95 pupils on roll.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 4.00pm. Term Time Only.Skills: Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures that the child learns whilst having fun
Supporting children’s learning and development, including supporting planning and observations
Preparing and maintaining the environment and resources for the children
Preparation of food for breakfast, snack and afternoon tea
Supporting children’s self-help needs
Being creative and enthusiastic
Following safeguarding rules Undertaking First Aid training as required
Undertaking training as appropriate to meet any changes in standards or appropriate legal requirements as required
Ensuring that all Health and Hygiene requirements are always adhered to
Training:
You will gain a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification at the end of the course
All training is completed remotely via teams, your tutor will be there to support you throughout and visit your setting
Online remote training sessions will take place once every week for the first 8 weeks and they’ll be scheduled in as and when
You will complete your Level 3 Paediatric First Aid
Training Outcome:
During this apprenticeship in childcare, you will have access to excellent training and development opportunities within the role, with the potential to progress on the Advanced Diploma
You can also work as a nursery practitioner, classroom assistant or a pre-school practitioner
Employer Description:Our aims:
To enhance the development and education of Pre-School children in a parent-involving, community-based group.
To provide a safe, secure and stimulating environment.
To work within a framework which ensures equality of opportunity for all children and families.Working Hours :Apprentices are required to be as flexible as possible to meet the needs of the business.Monday to Friday. Shifts TBCSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Service Care Education is looking for a Teaching Assistant to work in a Primary/Secondary Schools on a contract basis.Sector: EducationLocation: BlackburnContract Type: Full-timeJob roles/responsibilities: Seeking Teaching Assistants who are comfortable working in general classroom support roles or providing one-on-one assistance, sometimes at short notice. Schools will do their best to pre-book and give notice, but you may need to be adaptable and ready to support across different Key Stages from KS1 to KS4.Required Experience and Skills:
Experience supporting in EYFS/KS1 to KS4.
Clear and current knowledge of the National Curriculum.
Strong behaviour management skills.
Passionate about supporting students at all levels within the school environment.
Experience working with children with SEN is desirable.
About Service Care Education: Service Care Education is a leading recruitment agency specialising in placing Teachers, Teaching Assistants, HLTAs, Cover Supervisors, and Nursery Nurses into a wide variety of schools across Lancashire. Our experienced and friendly recruitment team is committed to finding you positions that match your skills and career goals. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and advance your career in education.Service Care Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect all supply staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, we will complete all necessary checks, including a video interview, obtaining current references, and conducting an enhanced DBS check.If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O’Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £250.....Read more...
Service Care Education is looking for a Teaching Assistant to work in a Primary/Secondary Schools on a contract basis.Sector: EducationLocation: PrestonContract Type: Full-timeJob roles/responsibilities: Seeking Teaching Assistants who are comfortable working in general classroom support roles or providing one-on-one assistance, sometimes at short notice. Schools will do their best to pre-book and give notice, but you may need to be adaptable and ready to support across different Key Stages from KS1 to KS4.Required Experience and Skills:
Experience supporting in EYFS/KS1 to KS4.
Clear and current knowledge of the National Curriculum.
Strong behaviour management skills.
Passionate about supporting students at all levels within the school environment.
Experience working with children with SEN is desirable.
About Service Care Education: Service Care Education is a leading recruitment agency specialising in placing Teachers, Teaching Assistants, HLTAs, Cover Supervisors, and Nursery Nurses into a wide variety of schools across Lancashire. Our experienced and friendly recruitment team is committed to finding you positions that match your skills and career goals. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and advance your career in education.Service Care Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect all supply staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, we will complete all necessary checks, including a video interview, obtaining current references, and conducting an enhanced DBS check.If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O’Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £250.....Read more...
Service Care Education is looking for a Teaching Assistant to work in a Primary/Secondary Schools on a contract basis.Sector: EducationLocation: ChorleyContract Type: Full-timeJob roles/responsibilities: Seeking Teaching Assistants who are comfortable working in general classroom support roles or providing one-on-one assistance, sometimes at short notice. Schools will do their best to pre-book and give notice, but you may need to be adaptable and ready to support across different Key Stages from KS1 to KS4.Required Experience and Skills:
Experience supporting in EYFS/KS1 to KS4.
Clear and current knowledge of the National Curriculum.
Strong behaviour management skills.
Passionate about supporting students at all levels within the school environment.
Experience working with children with SEN is desirable.
About Service Care Education: Service Care Education is a leading recruitment agency specialising in placing Teachers, Teaching Assistants, HLTAs, Cover Supervisors, and Nursery Nurses into a wide variety of schools across Lancashire. Our experienced and friendly recruitment team is committed to finding you positions that match your skills and career goals. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and advance your career in education.Service Care Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect all supply staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, we will complete all necessary checks, including a video interview, obtaining current references, and conducting an enhanced DBS check.If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O’Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £250.....Read more...
Support pupil learning through specific learning programmes, setting high expectations while fostering independence and building confidence
Promote inclusion by encouraging pupils to interact and work collaboratively
Collaborate with the SENCO and other teachers to assess individual children's needs and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
Adapt and develop resources for EAL and SEND pupils, ensuring their safety and curriculum accessibility
Assist with follow-up for related services such as speech, language, or physical therapy
Mentor students individually and in groups, planning and leading intervention and booster sessions to address challenging topics
Observe, record, and provide feedback on pupil performance
Assist in creating materials for curriculum delivery and classroom displays
Support whole-class teaching as needed
Use strategies, in consultation with the teacher, to assist in behavior management and support pupils’ learning objectives.
Assist pupil achievement outside the classroom, e.g., in the computer lab or library
Act as a Key Worker for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional, and Behavioural Difficulties (SEBD)
Work with students individually or in small groups, both in and out of lessons
Plan and implement strategies for students on the Pastoral Support Programme, ensuring adherence to behavioral norms
Develop resources tailored for students with SEN
Training:
Qualification: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification
Duration of course: 16 months
Training Provider: LMP Education (Rated No 1 Training Provider in the UK!)
All learning delivered online/ remotely alongside role.
Training Outcome:
Possible full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship
Employer Description:The Primary Phase begins in Nursery and continues into Reception, where we take in 30 pupils each year. All pupils in Year 6 receive an automatic place in Year 7 of our Secondary Phase. We are incredibly proud of the start we give our pupils in the Early Years and Primary Phase, laying the foundations for the educational journey they will continue through to Year 11. As pupils move through their primary years, they engage in a rich and diverse curriculum where they develop the core knowledge and skills they need in each subject discipline.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 4.15pm, Please note on Tuesdays you will work from 9.30am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
To provide effective and efficient clerical support to the school
To undertake typing and word-processing and other ICT based tasks and provide cover in the absence of office staff
To assist in monitoring the entry of visitors to the school at the main entrance ensuring an appropriate form of identification is given to visitors who are spending time in the school
To greet visitors to the school in a warm and welcoming manner, dealing with enquiries as appropriate or refer to relevant person
To ensure that a welcoming, professional and tidy work environment is maintained
To undertake tasks in relation to the reproduction of information, reports and booklets complying to the best of your ability with copyright regulations and assisting staff in this respect
Work closely with staff to ensure printing deadlines are met
To deliver stationery for staff daily
Monitor stock and order resources in a timely manner
To ensure safe working practices are observed at all times
Responsibilities:
To promote the school vision and aims and objectives as outlined in the School Development Plan
To comply with all the school policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person
To be aware of and support difference and ensure equal opportunities for all
To attend and participate in regular meetings as required
To participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
To recognise own strengths and areas of expertise and use these to advise and support others
To carry out any other reasonable duty as directed by the Headteacher, SBM & Finance assistant
Term-time only. Salary will be pro-rata
Training:
This apprenticeship is delivered as a day release at our campus in Stratford
Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard
Behaviour, Skills and Knowledge
Training Outcome:
There is an opportunity to secure an a permanent role after successfully completing the apprenticeship
Employer Description:1.5 form entry Catholic Primary School, part of The Good Shepherd Catholic Trust. Providing education to children aged 3-11 years. Includes a Nursery provision.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Administrative skills,Organisation skills,IT skills,Customer care skills....Read more...
Support for Pupils, Teachers and the Curriculum
Work in partnership with teachers/managers and other professional agencies to provide effective support with learning and play activities;
Awareness of and work within school policies and procedures;
Support pupils to understand instructions, support independent learning and play and to promote the inclusion of all pupils;
Implement and contribute to learning and teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher/manager, adjusting activities according to pupils’ responses as appropriate;
Participate in planning and evaluation of learning activities with the teacher/manager, providing feedback to the teacher/manager on pupil progress;
Support the teacher/manager in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task based on the expectations for individual pupils;
Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes but not as a supervisory assistant;
Under the guidance of a teacher/manager monitor, assess and record pupil progress/activities;
Support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the teacher/manager and in line with health and safety requirements;
Support pupils in their social development and their emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher/manager as appropriate;
Support pupils with SEN needs as appropriate;
Share information about pupils with other staff, parents / carers, internal and external agencies, as appropriate and in line with school policies and procedures;
Contribute to pupils plans and reports;
Support the work of volunteers and other teaching assistants in the classroom;
Support the use of ICT in the curriculum;
Undertake pupil record keeping and maintenance of records as requested;
Provide cover to supervise a class and/or small group on an unexpected no timetabled basis only;
Assist in escorting and supervising pupils on educational visits and out of school activities;
Select, prepare and clear away classroom materials and learning areas ensuring they are available for use, including developing and presenting displays;
Support children’s learning through play and planned learning activities;
Maintain a clean, safe and tidy learning environment;
Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence;
May be asked to administer medications subject to agreement and in line with school policy;
Provide basic first aid, if appropriate, ensuring timely referral to health service in emergency situations;
Monitor and manage stock and supplies for the classroom.
Provide support to pupils who have communication difficulties also where English is an additional language.
Training:
The successful candidate will complete Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard.
This will be delivered with one day in college per month and a tutor visiting in the workplace once a month.
Training Outcome:
For the right candidates there is a possibility of permanent employment and going on to complete further qualifications.
Employer Description:Welcome to Chester le Street CE Primary School, where we are dedicated to providing our young learners with the finest early education experience. Our nursery environment is thoughtfully crafted to foster holistic child development. From stimulating play areas to engaging learning corners, every aspect is designed to ignite curiosity, creativity, and social skills.
Our dedicated staff adhere to The Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum. Through meticulous planning, we tailor activities for both groups and individuals, nurturing each child's unique learning journey. While we follow a termly topic, we're flexible to incorporate your child's interests, ensuring a personalised and engaging experience. With our innovative online learning journey, parents have exclusive access to school observations of their child and are able to upload your own observations, fostering a collaborative approach to their development.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 4.30pm.
Friday, 8.30am - 4.00pm.
Term time only.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental....Read more...
To support the team to provide high quality care and education for all children and support for families.
To support the team to provide a broad and balanced Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum that will meet the requirements of relevant national and local standards.
To learn how to follow Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and the Early Support Programme for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and implement that learning in the workplace.
To learn to observe and monitor children’s development and contribute to written reports of their progress and to implement that learning in the workplace.
To maintain client confidentiality.
To report any injury or accident ensuring that health and safety of the individual is maintained.
To follow the process for reporting any suspicious or suspected non-accidental injury complying with Departmental Child Protection Procedures in line with Local Safeguarding Children Board Procedures (West Yorkshire Consortium Procedure Manual).
To refer parents and families for support where necessary.
If necessary, to take responsibility for a group of children during any building evacuation.
To support the team to provide educational visits for children and families, observing Health and Safety policies.
To understand and support Leeds City Council and Departmental Policies including these on Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety.
To undertake other duties commensurate to the post or grade as required by the Department.
To undertake the accountabilities of the post in accordance with Council policies including the Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety policies.
Training:
Mode of delivery: Once a month day release in college.
Course content:
The Level 2 Apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with your workplace. You will attend college one day per month to gain knowledge and understanding of working in the early years sector.
On-the-job training will help you develop practical skills, with support from a dedicated workplace mentor. Additionally, an Assessor from Leeds City College will visit regularly to guide and support you throughout your learning journey.
The Apprenticeship framework comprises of:
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner.
Functional Skills qualifications:
Level 1 Functional Skill in English.
Level 1 Functional Skill in Maths.
End point assessment:
Multiple choice Exam.
Professional discussion.
Training Outcome:We have lots of opportunities for progression depending on the successful candidates’ abilities as they progress through their qualifications e.g.
Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Level 3.
Safeguarding Support Officer Apprenticeship Level 3.
Employer Description:Leeds City Council's Little Owls Nurseries are a network of day care centres for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The nurseries are owned and run by the council and are committed to providing a high standard of care and education.
The Local Authority has been operating childcare for more than 20 years and is highly committed to the apprenticeship programme.
The entry-level position of Apprentice Childcare Assistant is designed to give applicants an opportunity to gain experience working in childcare while studying for a Level 2 qualification.
At the end of the apprenticeship programme, ‘graduating apprentices’ will be guaranteed an interview for the post of Nursery Assistant, and it is expected that successful applicants will go on to work in settings across Leeds with potential opportunities for advancement to Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeships.
Little Owls Nurseries serve local communities and are linked to children’s centres. For this reason, they are different from private and voluntary sector day care. Little Owls Nurseries provide services to a wider range of families, including working parents, children with special educational needs and disabilities, and some of the most vulnerable in Leeds due to their location, mostly in inner-city communities.Working Hours :Monday to Friday. Term time only and all year round posts are available dependent on centre.
Start and End times: Early and late shifts form part of the normal working pattern (8am to 6pm working shift pattern, 7.5 hours per day).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Commitment,Trustworthy and reliable,Punctual and hardworking....Read more...
Each day will be different, however, the main duties will remain the same and you will receive training and support to enable you to assist in carrying out the following:
Support for pupils:
Supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes including the delivery of interventions
Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher
Support for the teacher:
Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils’ work
Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals
Assist with the planning of learning activities
Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed
Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils’ achievement, progress, problems, etc.
Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour
Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers
Undertake marking of pupils’ work
Provide clerical/admin support e.g., photocopying, typing, filing
Support for the curriculum:
Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil responses
Undertake programmes linked to local and national curriculums
Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use
Prepare, maintain and use equipment/resources required to meet the lesson plans/relevant learning activity and assist pupils in their use
Support for the school:
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person/use of CPOMS
Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtime
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher
Any other related duties as may arise
Training:Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship standard:
Level 1/2 functional skills in maths and English (if required)
As an apprentice teaching assistant, your role will be to provide support to teachers, pupils and support for the curriculum and school. You will work under the instruction/guidance of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom.
The apprenticeship will be delivered through a day release programme at our training centre in Sheffield to support the learning in the workplace.Training Outcome:
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the candidate may have the opportunity to apply for a permanent role should a vacancy arise.
Employer Description:Reignhead Primary School is situated in the village of Beighton on the outskirts of Sheffield (close to Crystal Peaks). It takes children aged 3-11 from the local catchment area and further afield and offers both part-time and full-time nursery places.
At Reignhead we take pride in the fact that we know each child extremely well; it’s important to us that every child feels valued and, quite simply, loves coming to school! We have a recent Good Ofsted rating (January 2020) and we are passionate about Reignhead children achieving the highest possible standards in their work, in their attitudes to life and as good citizens. Our B.E.S.T. Core Values are at the heart of everything that we do. We are also recognised by the Teacher Development Trust for the high quality training and continuing professional development offered to our staff and I am immensely proud of the knowledge, skill, warmth and professionalism that the staff here consistently demonstrate.Working Hours :8:30am to3:40pm -3 days a week. 8:30am to 4:50pm -2 days a week. Days to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Duties and Responsibilities to include:
Direct, supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
Establish good professional relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
Promote British values and the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
Support pupils who exhibit challenging behaviour by helping them to recognise triggers and implement de-escalation techniques
Deliver intervention programmes to individuals or groups of children
Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher
As appropriate, look after sick or upset pupils administering basic first aid as required
Attend to the physical needs of pupils
Supervise pupils during break times and plan and organise activities if required
For the 1-1 support, to aid the pupil to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on his/her own by, for example:
To establish supportive relationships with the pupil concerned
To promote the acceptance and inclusion of the pupil with SEN, encouraging pupils to interact with each other in an appropriate and acceptable manner
Clarifying and explaining instructions
Ensuring the pupil is able to use equipment and materials provided
Motivating and encouraging the pupil(s) as required by providing levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to pupils’ needs
Using praise, commentary and assistance to encourage the pupil to concentrate and stay on task
Liaising with class teacher, SENCO and other professionals about individual education plans (IEPs), contributing to the planning and delivery as appropriate
Consistently and effectively implementing agreed behaviour management strategies
Helping to make appropriate resources to support the pupil
To give positive encouragement, feedback and praise to reinforce and sustain the pupil’s efforts and develop self-reliance and self-esteem
To support the pupil in developing social skills both in and out of the classroom
To provide regular feedback on the pupil’s learning and behaviour to the teacher/SENCO
To accompany teacher and pupils on educational visits
Training:Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
Safeguarding training
Working in partnership ith the class teacher to provide excellent learning opportunities for pupils
Experience in other classes
Information sessions eg, SEN, assessment, primary curriculum, etc.
Opportunities to join staff training sessions
Training Outcome:
A permanent position may be offered upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Ongoing training and support to allow for future career progression, including possible pathways into teaching
Employer Description:At Fairfield, with our friendly and caring atmosphere, we provide day school education for an average of 270 boys and girls aged between 4 and 7 years, including Nursery provision.
There has been a school on this site since 1879 and we are very proud of our beautiful Victorian buildings and £500,000 extension providing a new school entrance, offices and a magnificent hall. Outdoor facilities include a playing field, adventure playground, wildlife area together with spacious hard play areas.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.40am - 11.45am, 12.45pm - 3.10pm with 30 mins lunch time supervision 3 x per week.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Initiative....Read more...
Duties and Responsibilities to include:
Direct, supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
Establish good professional relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
Promote British values and the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
Support pupils who exhibit challenging behaviour by helping them to recognise triggers and implement de-escalation techniques
Deliver intervention programmes to individuals or groups of children
Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher
As appropriate, look after sick or upset pupils administering basic first aid as required
Attend to the physical needs of pupils
Supervise pupils during break times and plan and organise activities if required
For the 1-1 support, to aid the pupil to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on his/her own by, for example:
To establish supportive relationships with the pupil concerned
To promote the acceptance and inclusion of the pupil with SEN, encouraging pupils to interact with each other in an appropriate and acceptable manner
Clarifying and explaining instructions
Ensuring the pupil is able to use equipment and materials provided
Motivating and encouraging the pupil(s) as required by providing levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to pupils’ needs
Using praise, commentary and assistance to encourage the pupil to concentrate and stay on task
Liaising with class teacher, SENCO and other professionals about individual education plans (IEPs), contributing to the planning and delivery as appropriate
Consistently and effectively implementing agreed behaviour management strategies
Helping to make appropriate resources to support the pupil
To give positive encouragement, feedback and praise to reinforce and sustain the pupil’s efforts and develop self-reliance and self-esteem
To support the pupil in developing social skills both in and out of the classroom
To provide regular feedback on the pupil’s learning and behaviour to the teacher/SENCO
To accompany teacher and pupils on educational visits
Training:Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
Safeguarding training.
Working in partnership with the class teacher to provide excellent learning opportunities for pupils.
Experience in other classes.
Information sessions eg, SEN, assessment, primary curriculum, etc.
Opportunities to join staff training sessions.
Training Outcome:
A permanent position may be offered upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Ongoing training and support to allow for future career progression, including possible pathways into teaching
Employer Description:At Fairfield, with our friendly and caring atmosphere, we provide day school education for an average of 270 boys and girls aged between 4 and 7 years, including Nursery provision.
There has been a school on this site since 1879 and we are very proud of our beautiful Victorian buildings and £500,000 extension providing a new school entrance, offices and a magnificent hall. Outdoor facilities include a playing field, adventure playground, wildlife area together with spacious hard play areas.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.40am - 11.45am, 12.45pm - 3.10pm with 30 mins lunch time supervision 3 x per week.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Initiative....Read more...
