Are you ready to kickstart your career in childcare? Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre-School, is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice to join our team. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience and training in a supportive, fun environment… and earn as you learn!What You’ll Do:As an Early Years Apprentice, you'll get real-world experience working in a day nursery. You’ll be paired with a buddy to guide you, and work towards becoming a key person in the nursery. Your apprenticeshipwill include training days and practical days at the nursery. Your typical day will include:* Assisting team members to provide top-notch care andeducation for children.* Building authentic and meaningful relationships withchildren and their parents/carers.* Liaise closely with parents/carers and encourage theirinvolvement in nursery life and their children.Training:Your role and responsibilities will be defined by your employer, Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre-School, which will provide on-the-job training and incorporate 20% off-the-job learning into your workday. You’ll work towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship. Training is delivered by Realise, Poppies Maidenhead Day Nursery & Pre-School's dedicated provider.Training Outcome:Starting as an Early Years Apprentice, you can advancethrough various rewarding roles in childcare. With experience andqualifications, you might progress to:Room Leader: Oversee a specific room in the nursery,leading activities and ensuring children's well-being and development. You'll also mentor team members.Deputy Manager: Assist the Nursery Manager with dailyoperations, including staff management, administrative tasks, and maintaining high care standards.Nursery Manager: Manage the nursery’s overalloperation, including strategic planning, regulatory compliance, financialmanagement, and leading the team to provide an excellent environment for children's growth.Each career step brings new challenges and rewards, offeringopportunities for personal and professional growth with dedication and hard work..Employer Description:Poppies Maidenhead, rated Good by Ofsted (June 2022), offers a warm and friendly welcome where children enjoy inspirational learning experiences, both indoors and outside.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 36 hours per weekSkills: Organisation skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Job Description: Nursery Assistant/Apprentice
Job Title: Nursery Assistant/Apprentice
Purpose of post:
To contribute a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for all children in the nursery
To ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted
To give support to other team members throughout the nursery
To work as part of a team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop
Key areas:
Work with and support children with their ongoing develop
Work as part of a team
Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents
Ensure safeguarding is of a high standard
Training:The successful candidate will complete a level 3 Early Years Educator Level 3 Qualification.
Training will be delivered on a hybrid model with online sessions and face-to-face visits.Training Outcome:Management Roles such as deputy, assistant and manager will potentially become available for the successful candidate.Employer Description:elcome To Jack & Jills Day Nursery
Jack and Jills day nursery is a privately owned day nursery based within the outskirts of Maylands Business Park in Hemel Hempstead. We are lucky to be in a quiet location with lovely surroundings, with access to J8 of the M1 in less than 2 minutes. We benefit from an extensive garden and ample parking.
We pride ourselves as a welcoming and friendly nursery with a highly qualified staff team caring for children aged 6 weeks to 8 years.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am to 6pm.
No evening work or weekends.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,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Setting up classrooms
Interacting with children
Engaging with children’s developmental steps
Working with staff
Cleaning nursery at end of the day.
Training:Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
Functional Skills if required
Training to take place at the workplace on a one-to-one basis
Training Outcome:
On demonstration of required skills and experience, full-time staff positions may be available within the nursery
Further progression to Early Years educator Level 3 can be supported within the nursery
Employer Description:Le Ballon Rouge is an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' nursery with Long-serving, experienced, dedicated and enthusiastic staff. They offer exciting and challenging educational programmes, as well as one-to-one sessions for all children.
Classroom-based nursery setting.
The applicant will be flexible and able to adapt to the different age ranges of children that they will be expected to work with.
The nursery is open to children from 18 months to 5 years during term, time and 2-8 years throughout the school holidays.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, shifts TBCSkills: Communication skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
As an Early Years Apprentice your duties will include:
Supporting the daily routine
Creating a fun and nurturing environment allowing children the opportunity to thrive
Setting up play activities
Aid setting and clearing up the nursery
Provide a safe, secure and welcoming environment for the children and their families
Willingness to be involved
Build relationships and liaise closely with parents and other professionals involved within the nursery
Implement and deliver the curriculum
Contribute to planning
Ensure that the children’s needs are met by offering structure, care and stability
Work in partnership with other team members
Respecting the confidentiality and privacy of information
Training:
Training will take place once a week in-house at Brookside School delivered by Strode College
Applications are being managed by Strode College
Training Outcome:
Possible permanent position available upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Employer Description:Brookside Nursery is a dynamic nursery offering nursery provision in Street and to the surrounding areas. It provides high quality childcare for children between the ages of 0 and 5 years. We currently have a vacancy within our nursery for an apprentice to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within the nursery with children aged 0 to 5 years supporting our practitioners in delivering high quality care and education.Working Hours :Working hours are set on a rota basis between 8.00am and 6.00pm Monday to Friday. Shifts will be confirmed. This is an all-year-round position.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Ensure the nursery maintains a safe environment for children, staff, and visitors.
Develop strong partnerships with parents/carers to enhance involvement in children's development.
Execute delegated tasks under the guidance of Deputy Manager/Nursery Manager.
Fulfil all academic requirements of the apprenticeship program.
Create a nurturing and stimulating indoor and outdoor educational environment.
Deliver an appropriate play-based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements.
Adhere to nursery policies and procedures, including child protection protocols.
Provide activities aligned with early learning outcomes for individual progress.
Act as a key person and maintain accurate records.
Communicate effectively with parents/carers, sharing nursery curriculum updates and children's progress.
Collaborate with senior management on self-evaluation and improvement plans.
Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed to support nursery aims and objectives.
Training:
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
Training Outcome:
Upon completion of the Level 3 apprenticeship, we may be able to offer the Level 5 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship.
Employer Description:Handsworth Community Nursery is a distinguished establishment and prominent point of interest offering excellent early years education in Sheffield.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 8am-4pm, 10am-6pm shifts.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
To plan, organise, supervise and carry out suitable activities and educational programmes for children, using the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
To maintain a safe and secure and hygienic environment for children
To support the staff team with children’s developmental records within a key worker system
To supervise children at mealtimes
To work within a team and maintain good communication.
To follow nursery policies and procedures and comply with Local Authority Regulations
Follow the EYFS Statutory Framework
To maintain the Nursery environment, carrying out delegated tasks as may be deemed necessary for the efficient running of the nursery and ensuring a safe, secure and hygienic environment at all time
Ensure good time keeping, smart appearance, personal hygiene and good work practises.
To maintain good relationships with parents/carers on all matters relating to the nursery
To ensure the nursery building is secure at all times.
To work within the hours the nursery operates as deemed necessary to ensure adequate staff-to-children ratios are maintained
To respect confidentiality regarding the nursery at all times
Work positively within the team structure and be included in staff duty rotas
Training:The Level 3 Early Years 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
You will also complete a L3 Paediatric first aid qualification.
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.Training Outcome:Possibility of gaining a full-time contract upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme.Employer Description:Situated within a farm environment (on the edge of Leighton Buzzard), enjoy the very best early year’s education, its own Nursery gardens and daily supervised visits to the farm.Working Hours :Minimum of 40 hours per week between the hours of 7.15am and 6pm Monday to Friday.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Caring for children’s needs
Working closely with parents
Supporting staff members
Preparing meals and snacks
Assisting with daily routines
Learning and developing skills
Maintaining confidentiality
Training:
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner, apprentices will attend bi-weekly classes.
Apprenticeships are made up of the Diploma plus Functional Skills in maths and English and Paediatric First Aid certificate.
Training Outcome:
Learners can use this qualification to go into various care roles. You could progress onto the advanced apprenticeship and work your way up in the nursery going into team leading and management roles.
You could also use your experience to go into teaching, nursing, midwifery, play work and social work. There are many directions you can go with your apprenticeship should you wish.
Employer Description:Welcome to Toad Hall Nursery, Wokingham
We are a unique, privately owned, children’s day nursery and holiday club which opened in January 1995. The Nursery began as a sole Trader and in 2007 became a Limited company. The Nursery is now a family run business alongside the owner’s three children.
Toad Hall Nursery is located two miles from Wokingham and can be approached from Barkham Road or Finchampstead Road along Evendons Lane and is very accessible from Wokingham and surrounding areas.
We are set in two acres surrounded by farm land and offer children a beautiful natural environment which gives them a safe and stimulating environment in which to develop and learn through their early years.
Our aim is to provide high quality child care early years learning experiences whilst retaining a personal service and friendly atmosphere.
At Toad Hall Nursery we demand exceptionally high standards from our staff. In order to maintain this standard and retain 80% trained staff levels and work on the recommended Ofsted staff to child ratios:
Under 2’s: 1:3
Over 2’s: 1:5
Over 3’s: 1:8Working Hours :Monday - Friday, between 07:00 - 19:00, includes 1 hour unpaid lunch.Skills: Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Caring,Kindness....Read more...
Ashbourne Day Nurseries was established in 2008 by parents, for parents with our first nursery in Oxley Park, Milton Keynes. They are looking for a passionate, dedicated apprentice to join them to complete their Level 3 apprenticeship.
You will:
Promote our values and ethos to ensure a child-centred, safe and stimulating environment is provided whilst meeting the individual needs of every child
Take part in the day to day operational aspects of the nursery in line with policies, safeguarding, Ofsted requirements, local authority guidance, health and safety and equal opportunities
Work as part of a team, sharing daily responsibilities and workload
Maintain and review the assessment of each child’s progress within the role of the key person
Provide exciting and educational experiences for children
Ensure safeguarding procedures and nursery policies are followed at all times
To be a proactive member of the nursery team
Promote positivity and professionalism
Attend training and meetings as required
Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and kept up to date
To advertise the nursery through events including open days and celebrations
Build positive relationships with parents
Ensure health and safety at all times
Maintain high-quality equipment
Manage the cleanliness and hygiene of the setting in order to maintain the nursery appearance
Work alongside the kitchen to ensure EHO standards are kept to a high level
Benefits:
Competitive salary - from £6.40 - 11.45 per hour dependant on age and experience
Uniform
Company Pension
Holiday
Paid Birthday Day Off
Childcare
Company Events
On-site Parking
Closed Bank Holidays
Training:Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. Ashbourne Day Nursery will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
This will be delivered through Ashbourne Day Nurseries dedicated training provider, Realise. Realise is an established training provider that’s enjoying an exciting period of growth following a management buyout and rebrand in late 2020.Training Outcome:Progression to room leader.Employer Description:Our Fenny Stratford nursery, is a cosy setting with a warm, caring and friendly atmosphere. The areas within our nursery are dedicated areas for the different age ranges to ensure we offer appropriate learning and experiences tailored to that age. All the rooms within our nursery and the outside areas build up on the children’s interests and aim to stimulate their curiosity. We are also very lucky to have a fantastic garden area for our children as well as a sensory room.Working Hours :40 hours per week. Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed at offer stage.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
- Learn about safeguarding
- Learn from senior nursery nurses how to implement our planning and put it into practice
- Learning about child development and put your knowledge into practice
- Learn from our current staff our ethos and how to look after the children (feeding, changing, playing, Makaton sign language, teaching skills... this will also involve some cleaning duties)Training:30h/ week minimum, to be set out weekly.Training Outcome:Apprentices may be offered a Level 3 apprenticeship after they complete their Level 2, but this will be discussed with the trianing provider and the nursery manager and owner beforehand.
Level 2 nursery nurses can be offered either a lunch cover or a full time job upon completion of their Level 2, but this has to be agreed with the manager and owner beforehand and will depend on the nursery's needs.Employer Description:We are a medium-sized family run nursery in Plympton. We are an inclusive nursery and pride ourselves in being open and friendly. We have trained many apprentices over the last 10 years and have a very high staff retention rate.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, various shift patterns TBC.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Job Description: Room leader.
Purpose of post: The room leader is a qualified childcare professional with the responsibility for the day to day running of their room. They perform an important role caring for children, maintaining a high quality, educational stimulating environment, supervising staff, and imparting their knowledge and skills to others. They are creative and reflective leaders able to implement new ideas and use a range of strategies to continually improve practice and support the management team.
Responsible to: Nursery Owner, Nursery Manager.
Responsible for: Team members within the room and supporting the whole staff team alongside the manager.Training:The successful candidate will complete a level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner qualification.
Training will be delivered on a hybrid model with online sessions, face to face visits.Training Outcome:Management Roles such as deputy, assistant and manager will potentially become available for the successful candidate.Employer Description:elcome To Jack & Jills Day Nursery
Jack and Jills day nursery is a privately owned day nursery based within the outskirts of Maylands Business Park in Hemel Hempstead. We are lucky to be in a quiet location with lovely surroundings, with access to J8 of the M1 in less than 2 minutes. We benefit from an extensive garden and ample parking.
We pride ourselves as a welcoming and friendly nursery with a highly qualified staff team caring for children aged 6 weeks to 8 years.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am to 6pm.
No Evening work or weekends.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,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
To deliver a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 1-5 years
To ensure that the nursery is a safe environment for children, staff and others
To develop partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child’s development
To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Deputy Nursery Manager/Nursery Manager
To complete all academic aspects of the apprenticeship
Training:
Apprentices will be working towards a Level 3 qualification in Childcare
Training will include paediatric first aid qualification
Functional Skills if required
This is 16-18-month course comprising of hands-on experience at the nursery and online lessons every 2 weeks for 2-3 hours
Training Outcome:
Our level 3 apprentices will be considered for room leads or equivalent positions based on performance
Employer Description:We are a family run nursery who provides a high standard of loving care for children aged 10 months to 5 years. Within our nursery we create a fun, relaxed atmosphere with stimulating activities and surroundings to give children the best possible foundation in life.
We are situated in Wandsworth in an ideal position for local parents or only a few minute’s walk to the British Rail main line station for parents working in London.
We are open 52 weeks a year from 8am - 6pm Monday to Friday. Closing all bank holidays and up to five working days at ChristmasWorking Hours :Monday - Friday, 10.00am - 6.00pm,
Once a month mandatory staff meeting attendance in the evenings.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Safeguard children’s wellbeing and follow nursery policies and procedures.
Deliver activities and contribute to planning, potentially taking responsibility for specific planning areas.
Conduct and record observations of children’s learning and development.
Build strong relationships with a key worker group, supporting their development and tracking progress through learning journey books and next steps.
Communicate regularly with parents, including participating in parent consultations.
Assist with preparing and maintaining equipment and collaborate closely with the room leader and staff.
Support children during lunch and snack times, including food preparation and clean-up, ensuring food safety certification if needed.
Help with toileting needs and care, such as changing nappies, feeding, and comforting based on the child’s age.
Share responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
Work as part of a team and support staff and children in the nursery, including cleaning and daily chores.
Adhere to health and safety legislation, child protection regulations, Ofsted guidelines, and National Standards.
Training:Qualification: Level 3 Early Years Duration of course: 19 monthsTraining Provider: LMP Education (Rated No 1 Training Provider in the UK)All learning delivered online/ remotely alongside placement at nursery.Training Outcome:Possible full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship. Employer Description:Wiggles & Giggles Day Nursery & Preschool provides a home from home environment for children to explore with experienced practitioners who put the children first.
The nursery provides children with the opportunity to explore the world around them in the large garden which overlooks the fields where nature is at their fingertips.
We are part of a group setting of 4 nurseries - Little Chiefs Nursery Group, and are committed to supporting and developing our valued staff members by providing opportunities to undertake regular training, gaining national qualifications, and participating in relevant identified development opportunities.
Little Chiefs Nursery Group will operate an equal opportunities environment that recognises the diverse backgrounds and needs of our children, their families, and staff.Working Hours :Monday to Friday (shifts tbc at interview)Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Further your early years career with this fantastic opportunity working for Horspath Pre-School Nursery. The nursery is in the grounds of Horspath Primary School and has their own well-equipped outside play area and nature reserve, offering children between the ages of 2 to 5 years and enjoyable and well-rounded environment for play and learning.
Horspath Pre-School Nursery is nestled in the grounds of Horspath Primary School and had their own seperate well-equipped outside play area and nature reserve, offering children between the ages of 2 and 5 years and enjoyable and well-rounded environment for play and learning. At Horspath Nursery they feel that Children's early years are the most important of their lives and they strive to provide a high quality childcare and education for all children's individual needs.
Working with the Early Years Teachers and room leaders on planning and preparation of activities, to meet children’s individual needs, liaising with parents ensuring effective communication within the nursery.
Your day to day responsibilities may include:
- Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always. Taking reference from the health and safety policy
- Provide engaging and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development
- Assist with the delivery of the Early Years curriculum and be guided by development matters handbook for child development
- Observe and support children’s development, update children’s learning journals with accuracy and relevance, and seek guidance from colleagues or Room Leader if in doubt
- Take part in delivering the highest standards of care throughout the nursery
- Work well as part of a team, this also includes the management team.
- Take part in all relevant training provided by your employer/training provider.
- Complete all tasks in a timely manner.
- Work on your own initiative.
- Complete any housekeeping duties throughout the day e.g. Tea making, washing up, laundry, sweeping wiping and mopping etc.
-To keep high standard of hygiene practices around the nursery
-To be an active and self-reflective practitioner and take responsibility along with the management team on your own personal development.Training:As an Apprentice you will be working towards a Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
Functional Skills in Maths and English if required.Training Outcome:By the end of your Apprenticeship there may be the opportunity to become a full time member of staff.Employer Description:Pre-School Nursery based in Oxfordshire. Childre aged 2 - years.Working Hours :Mon - Fri (7.30am - 5.30pm)Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Duties and responsibilities will include:
To ensure safety and supervision for the children at all times. (Staff must provide constant supervision of all children allocated to them, that is, a child is never left alone or left to be supervised by another child or parent at any time)
To identify and meet the physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs of children
To provide a secure, loving, caring, and stimulating environment for each individual child
To take care of the children physically and encourage awareness of personal hygiene
To work in a positive manner with colleagues, sharing best practice to ensure better outcomes for children
To demonstrate (through role modelling) good manners and respect for others, both children and adults
To share positive information about the children with their parents, in a professional, friendly manner
To maintain upkeep of individual Developmental Profiles of children you are key carer to
To attend and be involved in any out of work-time activities such as staff meetings, Parents’ Evenings, training sessions (as required), and if possible, attend social staff events
To be aware of and implement all our Policies and Procedures
To take part in mealtimes (serving, feeding etc.) and ensure that mealtimes are positive times of pleasant social sharing
To share cleaning responsibilities (in accordance with the Cleaning Specification Manual) and ensure safety and hygiene of the environment and toys/resources/equipment
To ensure that children who are unwell are kept close, warm (cooled if they have a high temperature), calm and content
To record accidents and incidents as per policies and procedures
To be flexible to the daily business demands of the nursery, including working hours and room/kitchen/dining room assignments
To be aware of and provide, equal opportunities throughout the nursery
To treat any information of matters relating to the work within the nursery as confidential
To be available for meetings and appraisals with the Director/Managers etc. to participate in training activities for personal and professional development
Training:Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
Paediatric First Aid qualification
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
On and off the job training and location to be confirmed
Training Outcome:
Further progression may well be available in other areas within our sector, upon successful completion of Early Years Educator Apprenticeship.
Employer Description:Oakfield is a stand-alone, second generation, family owned and managed nursery school. Founded in 1968, it is one of the longest established, private nurseries in the country.
Over the years the nursery has achieved many awards and accolades, most recently gaining the national award of NDNA's 'Nursery of the Year in UK 2014'.
The nursery was also voted 'Best Individual Nursery in Great Britain' in 2008 and was a finalist in NMT's 'Best Nursery Team' in 2012. Oakfield gained an overall 'Outstanding' at our last Ofsted inspection in 2009.Working Hours :Monday - Friday between 7.45am - 6.15pm.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Knowledge of child development,Previous experience,Punctual,Willingness to be trained,Flexible approach to work,Well presented and polite,Trustworthy,Hardworking,Honest,Adaptable....Read more...
Purpose of Post
• To work under the direction of the Director, Manager and Deputy manager • To provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for all the children in the nursery, through individual attention and group activities.• To implement the daily routine in the room• To support other members of staff in the nursery• To provide high standards of childcare and education to include regular reviews of the provision.Key areas• Work with children• Team work• Liaise with parentsMain Duties• Carry out learning opportunities suitable for the age range of the children in your area in conjunction with other staff.• To update children’s online learning journeys daily and complete reports and summary’s on children’s development. • Support all staff and engage with the team• Liaise with and support parents and other family members.• To participate in monthly staff meetings. • To be flexible within working practices of the nursery. Be prepared to help where needed, including to undertake certain domestic jobs within the nursery, e.g cleaning of equipment. • Be constantly aware of the needs of the children• To respect the confidentiality of any information received• Washing and changing children as and when required (Once DBS cleared) • To be aware of the high profile of the nursery and to up hold its standards at all timesTraining:Training is delivered in the workplace mainly on a 1:1 basis every four weeks. There are some workshop sessions offered in college on a monthly basis. If functional skills are required these are delivered by your trainer and in college classes.
L2 Early years practitioner Apprenticeship Standard.Training Outcome:Progression onto level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship.Employer Description:We are a private day nursery that also run a holiday club for school aged children within the school holidays. We are located in Chorley, a short 5-minute walk from the town centre. We like to refer to ourselves as a small nursery that has a homely feel for all staff and childrenWorking Hours :You will work shifts between the hours of 7:45am – 5:45pm, Monday to Friday.
You will be expected to attend a staff meeting, the first Tuesday of every month, 6pm-8pm.
Hours works to be 30-40 per week.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Team working....Read more...
Ensure the nursery maintains a safe environment for children, staff, and visitors.
Develop strong partnerships with parents/carers to enhance involvement in children's development.
Execute delegated tasks under the guidance of Deputy Manager/Nursery Manager.
Fulfil all academic requirements of the apprenticeship program.
Create a nurturing and stimulating indoor and outdoor educational environment.
Deliver an appropriate play-based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements.
Adhere to nursery policies and procedures, including child protection protocols.
Provide activities aligned with early learning outcomes for individual progress.
Act as a key person and maintain accurate records.
Communicate effectively with parents/carers, sharing nursery curriculum updates and children's progress.
Collaborate with senior management on self-evaluation and improvement plans.
Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed to support nursery aims and objectives.
Training:
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
Training Outcome:
Upon completion of the Level 3 apprenticeship, we may be able to offer the Level 5 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship.
Employer Description:Sunshine Pre-school is a vibrant educational establishment providing quality education to young learners in Sheffield.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm and 9.00am - 5.00pm shifts.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Ensure the nursery maintains a safe environment for children, staff, and visitors.
Develop strong partnerships with parents/carers to enhance involvement in children's development.
Execute delegated tasks under the guidance of Deputy Manager/Nursery Manager.
Fulfil all academic requirements of the apprenticeship program.
Create a nurturing and stimulating indoor and outdoor educational environment.
Deliver an appropriate play-based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements.
Adhere to nursery policies and procedures, including child protection protocols.
Provide activities aligned with early learning outcomes for individual progress.
Act as a key person and maintain accurate records.
Communicate effectively with parents/carers, sharing nursery curriculum updates and children's progress.
Collaborate with senior management on self-evaluation and improvement plans.
Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed to support nursery aims and objectives.
Training:
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
Training Outcome:
Upon completion of the Level 3 apprenticeship, we may be able to offer the Level 5 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship.
Employer Description:Here at Smartys our staffing team is committed to providing a happy, safe, warm welcoming and enabling environment for children and their families.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 7.30am to 4.30pm, 8am to 5pm or 9am to 6pm, shifts.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Welcoming parents, children and visitors
Caring for all children in the nursery
Setting up activities and supporting children’s involvement in activities
Assisting children at meal and snack times
Supporting children at nap times
Following all nursery policies and procedures including safeguarding of the setting and health & safety of the children’s environment
Some cleaning duties of the nursery and equipment will also be involved
Training:Apprentices will be allocated a Trainer Assessor and training will be planned and delivered in conjunction with the employer to meet the individual needs of the apprentice.
The apprentice will spend 20% of their working hours in off the job activities and training.
On the job and off the job training will be delivered in the workplace.Training Outcome:Potential opportunity for ongoing paid employment and/or progression to the Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship.Employer Description:At The Orchard Day Nursery we understand how important the decision is when choosing a nursery. We believe that the early years are the most important and impressionable time in a child's life, so we aim to provide a stimulating, healthy, and positive environment for the children to grow and learn. This will help children develop into a responsible adult with positive attitudes and valuesWorking Hours :Monday - Friday on a shift basis. Working hours between 8am -
6.00pmSkills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Caring,Friendly,Motivated,Reliable....Read more...
Your role will include:
Working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, organising activities, being pro-active with the help and care carried out within the early years teaching sector
Assisting and meeting the personal/emotional needs of individual children – changing nappies, feeding, caring and establishing a relationship with children
Work (under supervision) providing all aspects of care/support to children, ensuring they take part with day- to- day learning and play activities
Ensure that the setting is safe, clean and well-presented
Collaborate with colleagues ensuring the highest standards ofwork are carried out and are provided throughout your role in a positive manner
To contribute to a high quality caring environment for children by creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities
Attend team meetings and contribute relevant ideas
Be able to understand and implement the setting’s confidentiality policy
Contribute towards an effective and supportive team environment
Training:Training to be provided:
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner DiplomaLevel 2 Technical CertificateLevel 2 Functional Skills in English, maths, and ICT (where applicable)Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)Work-based learningTraining Outcome:When you have successfully completed your apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to continue with an exciting career in childcare! Initially, you will be working towards an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare, with a chance to progress to a level 3 after that.Employer Description:Giggles Day Nursery is a private day nursery, registered for 44 children aged between 3 months and 5 years. It is owned by Mrs. Lorraine Norris (NVQ level 3) and Ms Dawn S. Heather (NNEB) between them they have 35 years’ experience of successfully managing another local nursery.
The managing directors work in partnership with managers to deliver a fun, safe and educational environment for all children at Giggles Day Nursery. Giggles Day Nursery is managed by Lorraine Norris. The Management team works closely with their team of staff to ensure a high level of childcare is given to each individual child.
They share their enthusiasm with their staff and children whilst working within the nursery.
Giggles Day Nursery opened its first branch in 2006 and the Hounslow branch was established two years later, in July 2008. The nursery is run from two large spacious, light, and airy rooms which are divided into designated areas of learning and abilities. It has a large outside area at the rear with a wonderful playhouse, gardening section and plenty of space to set up challenging and stimulating activities outdoors for the children.Working Hours :Monday to Friday on a flexible shift rota between 1:00PM and 6.00PM. Total hours per week: 16 hours a week.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental....Read more...
Carry out activities with the children
Plan activities to meet the needs of the children
Observe the children in their play
Ensuring all the children within the setting reach their full potential
Ensure the children are happy and thriving in a caring environment
Safeguard children
Cleaning duties
Supervising snacks and lunch
Training:Early Years Practitioner L2 Standard
This is a work-based qualification with timetabled classes. College attendance may be required for functional skills.Training Outcome:Development within the nursery setting with the possibility of a full-time position.Employer Description:Bright Starts Nursery offer a calm, nurturing homely atmosphere with large stimulating rooms and lots of exciting areas to explore.
Our nursery management team have considerable management experience specialising in the care of babies and pre-school early literacy development.
Our nursery received an overall rating Ofsted of Good.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 7.30am - 6.00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
As a childcare apprentice, your main responsibilities will be to:
Work as part of a team to create and maintain safe and supportive learning environments across the nursery, plan and implement opportunities to enhance children’s development, and complete observations linked to the early years curriculum
Interact positively with all nursery users and work in partnership with colleagues and parents to ensure all children’s individual needs are met at all times whilst they are in your careadhere to nursery routines and policies and to seek guidance from your leadership team as required
Successfully manage your time to ensure you submit your coursework by the deadlines set by your assessor/tutor
Training:This apprenticeship will provide you with the opportunity to learn how to provide outstanding early years care and education. By the end of your apprenticeship with us you will gain:
Level 3 Early years educator qualification; there will be an online assessment during our shortlisting stage to determine the right level of apprenticeship for you
Appropriate functional skills qualifications in maths and English, if you do not already have equivalent qualifications in these subjects when you commence your apprenticeship
A paediatric first aid qualification
Our early year's apprenticeship offers you:
The opportunity to gain valuable, practical childcare experience, working with children aged 0-5 years in a nursery setting
'Off the job' learning time within your working week which will support your studies
A childcare trainer/assessor from our in-house training academy of excellence, who will visit you at the nursery on a regular basis to guide and direct you
Group training sessions, with other apprentices from across our partnership, held at our academy in Newport Pagnell; there are 11 sessions as part of the level 3 course
A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership
Training Outcome:A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership. Longer term, as a level 3 qualified practitioner, you will be able to progress into roles such as Team Leader, Deputy Manager and Nursery Manager.
During your apprenticeship with us, you will benefit from:
22 days of annual leave, with the option to buy and sell days
Perkbox access offering various retail discounts and reduced ticket prices on days out
Fully paid enhanced DBS check
Complimentary breakfast, lunch and refreshments when you are at work
Thrive mental health app, employee assistance scheme and occupational health service
£1000 ‘recommend a friend’ bonus if you successfully refer someone to come and work for us
Cycle to work scheme
Annual staff conference and awards event, at which individual and team achievements are recognised
Employer Description:Childbase Partnership, delivering childcare excellence since 1989.
Rated ‘World Class’ by Best Companies and a European Business Award winner, the employee-owned Childbase Partnership is on a mission to give children the best possible start in life.
That means a commitment to continuously redefine excellence in every area of operation from imaginative, state of the art, age-appropriate play and learning spaces in nurseries to the award-winning training programmes for its early years professionals.
A top UK workplace for over a decade, every Childbase Partnership colleague is an employee-owner, invested in ensuring that each and every child in their care is happy, confident and ready to realise their full potential.Working Hours :You will work varied shifts, usually between the hours of 07:15-18:30 Monday-Friday, so you experience all aspects of the daily routine at nursery.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
As a childcare apprentice, your main responsibilities will be to:
Work as part of a team to create and maintain safe and supportive learning environments across the nursery, plan and implement opportunities to enhance children’s development, and complete observations linked to the early years curriculum
Interact positively with all nursery users and work in partnership with colleagues and parents to ensure all children’s individual needs are met at all times whilst they are in your care
Adhere to nursery routines and policies and to seek guidance from your leadership team as required
Successfully manage your time to ensure you submit your coursework by the deadlines set by your assessor / tutor
Training:This apprenticeship will provide you with the opportunity to learn how to provide outstanding early years care and education. By the end of your apprenticeship with us you will gain:
Level 3 Early years educator qualification;, there will be an on-line assessment during our shortlisting stage to ensure a level 3 apprenticeship is suitable for you
Appropriate functional skills qualifications in maths and English, if you do not already have equivalent qualifications in these subjects when you commence your apprenticeship
A paediatric first aid qualification
Our early years apprenticeship offers you:
The opportunity to gain valuable, practical childcare experience, working with children aged 0-5 years in a nursery setting
'Off the job' learning time within your working week which will support your studies
A childcare trainer / assessor from our in-house Training Academy of Excellence, who will visit you at the nursery on a regular basis to guide and direct you
Group training sessions, with other apprentices from across our partnership, held at our academy in Newport Pagnell (there are 11 sessions as part of the level 3 course)
A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership
During your apprenticeship with us, you will benefit from:
23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell days
Perkbox access offering various retail discounts and reduced ticket prices on days out
Fully-paid enhanced DBS check
Complimentary breakfast, lunch and refreshments when you are at work
Thrive mental health app, employee assistance scheme and occupational health service
£1000 ‘recommend a friend’ bonus if you successfully refer someone to come and work for us
Cycle to work scheme
Annual staff conference and awards event, at which individual and team achievements are recognised
Training Outcome:
A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership
Longer term, as a level 3 qualified practitioner, you will be able to progress in to roles such as Team Leader, Deputy Manager and Nursery Manager
Employer Description:Childbase Partnership, delivering childcare excellence since 1989.
Rated ‘World Class’ by Best Companies and a European Business Award winner, the employee-owned Childbase Partnership is on a mission to give children the best possible start in life.
That means a commitment to continuously redefine excellence in every area of operation from imaginative, state of the art, age-appropriate play and learning spaces in nurseries to the award-winning training programmes for its early years professionals.
A top UK workplace for over a decade, every Childbase Partnership colleague is an employee-owner, invested in ensuring that each and every child in their care is happy, confident and ready to realise their full potential.Working Hours :You will work varied shifts, usually between the hours of 7.15am - 6.30pm Monday - Friday, so you experience all aspects of the daily routine at nursery.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Work as part of a team to create and maintain safe and supportive learning environments across the nursery, plan and implement opportunities to enhance children’s development, and complete observations linked to the early years curriculum
Interact positively with all nursery users and work in partnership with colleagues and parents to ensure all children’s individual needs are met at all times whilst they are in your care
Adhere to nursery routines and policies and to seek guidance from your leadership team as required
Successfully manage your time to ensure you submit your coursework by the deadlines set by your assessor/tutor
Training:This apprenticeship will provide you with the opportunity to learn how to provide outstanding early years care and education. By the end of your apprenticeship with us you will gain:
Level 3 Early years educator qualification; there will be an online assessment during our shortlisting stage to determine the right level of apprenticeship for you
Appropriate functional skills qualifications in maths and English, if you do not already have equivalent qualifications in these subjects when you commence your apprenticeship
A paediatric first aid qualification
Our early years apprenticeship offers you:
The opportunity to gain valuable, practical childcare experience, working with children aged 0-5 years in a nursery setting
'Off the job' learning time within your working week which will support your studies
A childcare trainer/assessor from our in-house training academy of excellence, who will visit you at the nursery on a regular basis to guide and direct you
Group training sessions, with other apprentices from across our partnership, held at our academy in Newport Pagnell; there are 11 sessions as part of the level 3 course
A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership
Training Outcome:A permanent contract subject to you successfully gaining your qualification, where after completion you will be appointed as a qualified Nursery Nurse within our partnership. Longer term, as a level 3 qualified practitioner, you will be able to progress into roles such as Team Leader, Deputy Manager and Nursery Manager.
During your apprenticeship with us, you will benefit from:
23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell days
Perkbox access offering various retail discounts and reduced ticket prices on days out
Fully paid enhanced DBS check
Complimentary breakfast, lunch and refreshments when you are at work
Thrive mental health app, employee assistance scheme and occupational health service
£1000 ‘recommend a friend’ bonus if you successfully refer someone to come and work for us
Cycle to work scheme
Annual staff conference and awards event, at which individual and team achievements are recognised
Employer Description:Childbase Partnership, delivering childcare excellence since 1989.
Rated ‘World Class’ by Best Companies and a European Business Award winner, the employee-owned Childbase Partnership is on a mission to give children the best possible start in life.
That means a commitment to continuously redefine excellence in every area of operation from imaginative, state of the art, age-appropriate play and learning spaces in nurseries to the award-winning training programmes for its early years professionals.
A top UK workplace for over a decade, every Childbase Partnership colleague is an employee-owner, invested in ensuring that each and every child in their care is happy, confident and ready to realise their full potential.Working Hours :You will work varied shifts, usually between the hours of:
Monday- Friday, 7.15am- 6.30pm, so you experience all aspects of the daily routine at nursery.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
To provide high quality care and education for all children within our settings
To learn the planning format supporting children’s development, including children’s interests and next steps and contribute to these plans
Carry out planned activities with groups of children with early years workers to help support and guide
To follow nursery routines and activities, offering attention and support to all children
To have a small group of key children and be responsible for tracking their development with the support of the room leader and team
To observe and record children’s development contributing to their learning journey
To use your initiative supporting the environment and activity ideas to create excitement and awe for the children
Actively promote each child’s self-esteem
Awareness of the duty to safeguard all children within our care
Training:
Early years educator level 3
EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Safeguarding
Prevent training
How to promote Equality and Diversity
Young children’s development
Importance of play
Communicating with babies and young children
Supporting the health and wellbeing of children
Supporting children with special educational needs (SEND)
How to effectively support numeracy and literacy development in children
Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
Paediatric First Aid
Promote the health and wellbeing of children
Food and Hygiene (short course)
Be able to support all organisational processes and procedures
How to promote the wellbeing and resilience for young children
Training Outcome:
Ongoing training and development
Team leading course
Management course
We support staff who wish to complete their childcare degree
Forest School leadership course
Employer Description:Our first nursery, Chiltern Day Nursery opened in October 2002 in Sutton. Chiltern is the epitome of what we stand for as a company, a home from home for the children in our care.
Glaisdale Nursery opened in 2008, and whilst substantially larger than Chiltern it still has the home from home key features that we pride ourselves in.
It is during viewings of our Cheam nursery that it become evident to us that there was a lack of childcare within the Epsom area, that started our search for our third nursery site. When the site of Lynton House Preparatory School in Ewell became available we saw our vision come alive. With its traditional features of the Georgian property along with the large exploratory garden we knew it would make a beautiful nursery.Working Hours :Monday - Friday with shift patterns between 7.30am and 6.30pm. Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Approachable,Time Management,Motivation....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:The programme 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:We want to help you progress:
Wide ranging opportunities for training and career progression including Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner, EYITT, ECT, Level 3 Early Years SENCO & Forest SchoolEmployer Description:Award Winning Childcare
A Place For Children To Shine
Tiny Tree Day Nursery in Leeds is an exceptional Nursery.
We are located just outside of Leeds City Centre in the Woodhouse area of North Leeds.
Our impressive nursery and secure outdoor space includes multiple outdoor play areas and a little woodland.
Our high standard of care allows us to be regarded as one of the best nurseries in Leeds.
We offer a stunning space with dedicated indoor and outdoor areas for children to learn, play and develop. Outdoor play is important to us. Our grounds allow for a stimulating and safe environment for all children attending the nursery.
Our spacious rooms are bright and very well resourced. The nursery is specially designed to promote learning and development within a nurturing and stimulating environment.
As well as catering for children aged 0 to 5, we have a fun, activity based Holiday Club. We open during all school holidays and are available to all children of school age.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, shifts TBC.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
