As an apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience, learn new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
Duties to include but not limited to:
Create a fun, engaging and safe environment for the children
Teach within the EYFS requirements
Partake in a range of indoor and outdoor activities
Support the children with a range of self-care needs, such as feeding and personal hygiene
Communicate with other team members and parentsWork in a school setting with children
Training:
Early years educator / Skills England
Training Outcome:
Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a full time position upon successful completion
This could also lead to future teacher training
Employer Description:Welcome to St. Andrew’s Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School. We are a friendly, welcoming and inclusive one-form entry primary school with a nursery in the historic and fast-expanding village of Stanstead Abbotts in Hertfordshire.
Our vision and ethos is to help the children “Learn to Love and Love to Learn”.
We aspire to help children to “learn to love” by developing their sense of respect and care for themselves and others. This links with our three school behaviour questions, which are: Is it safe? Is it respectful? Is it helping us to learn?
We help children to “love to learn”. This means that we will see and encourage their strengths and interests so that they become lifelong learners. We offer an engaging curriculum which helps to develop the children’s sense of enquiry as it builds up their knowledge and skills. We promote excellence and confidence in all areas to enable each child to fulfil their potential physically, mentally, creatively, socially and spiritually. We also offer a range of enriched opportunities such as art and science weeks, a range of visits and visitors, residential trips and many extra-curricular opportunities which help to offer our children as many opportunities as possible throughout their time at our school.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 08:45 - 15:15Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Self Motivated,Reliable,Good Time Management,Trustworthy,Adaptability....Read more...
An Early Years Apprenticeship at Bright Little Stars offers you the chance to gain a nationally recognised qualification that will help you enjoy a rewarding, worthwhile and fun career in childcare. Our Early Years Apprenticeships develop your knowledge and skills on and off the job, giving you the chance to earn and learn at the same time.
You carry out a 5-week paid trial which decides what kind of learner you are- then we match your unique learner needs to the best apprenticeship programme for you.
As an Early Years Apprentice, you will study towards either a Level 2 or 3 Early Years Practitioner.
Duties include:
Plan and carry out child initiated and adult led play activities supporting children’s individual needs and interests
Provide play activities which encourage and promote children’s numeracy, literacy and language development
Undertake the role of the key person to help children feel safe, secure and valued
Carries out observations and use these effectively to understand the changing needs of their individual key children and plan for the interests in line with the early years foundation stage
Carry out care routines such as nappy changing, toileting, hand washing and feeding routines with care, respect and compassion
Work in partnership with other professionals, parents, colleagues and children to meet the individual needs of children
Ensure the welfare, well-being and safety of children is promoted and report safeguarding issues and concerns to the person in charge
Take an active part in the completion of their apprenticeship, meeting deadlines set by their trainer assessor and working with the dedicated mentor to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours
Work in a non-discriminatory way to ensure all children have equal access to opportunities
What’s On Offer:
*High Apprentice Salaries Above Government Standard - up to £7.20 dependant on age and experience
*Daily Hot Staff Lunches
*Win BLS Bucks Rewards Such as Virgin Experience Days
*Wellness Programme
*Job Opportunities after Completion of Apprenticeship
*Paid Training Days
*Mentor System
*Work With Qualified Teachers
*Apprentice Support Days
Training:Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They 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 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Qualification
Functional skills in maths and English if required
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.Training Outcome:We have had the pleasure in supporting numerous Bright Little Stars team members to grow from strength to strength, both personally and professionally, changing roles and locations in order to meet personal and professional goals. You will be able to develop and grow your career at Bright Little Stars.Employer Description:Bright Little Stars Nursery in Watford opened in March 2016 and has been graded Outstanding by Ofsted twice, in 2018 and again in 2023. It is situated on a residential road on Sheepcot Lane and features a newly renovated, purpose built gated property making this an exciting, safe and secure environment for you and your little one. They will enjoy the highest standards of childcare in which to develop and gain their early years experience in a stimulating home from home environment.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, working hours TBCSkills: Communication Skills,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
We are looking for a dedicated and supportive individual who is passionate about helping scholars succeed. The ideal candidate will be a strong team player, able to work collaboratively under the direction of the line manager, and committed to improving the quality of learning. You should have the ability to engage and motivate scholars, encourage independence in learning, and support positive behaviours. A proactive and flexible approach, along with a genuine commitment to raising achievement for all scholars, is essential.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Support the overall ethos of the Academy
Be aware of and comply with all Academy policies and routines including those relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, copyright etc reporting all concerns to line manager
Be responsible for keeping up to date with any changes to these policies and routines
Be aware of and comply with all policies and routines
Be aware of and support difference and ensure equal opportunities for all
Contribute to the overall aims of the Academy
Develop own professional skills
Support for the Scholar:
Support and direct activities with either individuals or groups of scholars to enhance their learning, academic, physical, social and emotional
Help with care, personal hygiene and medical needs of scholars contributing to their health and wellbeing.
Support in the transition of scholars between key stages
Establish and maintain good working relationships with individual scholars and groups
Encourage acceptance and inclusion of all scholars
Support groups of or individual scholars as directed during formal public or internal Academy examinations
Assist scholars on educational visits, residential trips, transition, off site placements and recreational activities as appropriate
By following advice and guidance around individual needs, develop an understanding of the specific needs of the scholars within the Academy community
Liaise effectively with teachers/parents/carers as appropriate
Be responsible for individual scholars as their keyworker, monitoring and updating ISPs, liaising with staff and implementing appropriate strategies, as appropriate
Help with the writing and collation of ISPs/Review/Annual Review meetings
Support for the Teacher:
Liaise with classroom teachers
Create appropriate resources reflecting the various needs of scholars in lessons
Support scholar/s across the class as agreed by the teacher
Support with the collation of data for targeted scholars
Implement learning programmes as directed by the class teacher – with individuals
Monitor individual student’s needs and provide regular feedback to the teacher, line manager and parents
Support the management of student behaviour under the direction of the teacher
Support for the Academy:
Take responsibility for display and upkeep of designated areas in the school
Maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and parents
Maintain and safeguard the confidential nature of student/teacher/home issues
Contribute to the maintenance of student safety and security, including break and lunchtime duties
Attend meetings as appropriate
Training:Teaching Assistant Level 3 apprenticeship -
https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0454-v1-1Training Outcome:Potential opportunity for a permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Djanogly City Academy is a vibrant and inclusive learning community dedicated to inspiring and empowering every scholar it serves. Situated at the heart of Nottingham, the academy welcomes learners from diverse backgrounds, celebrating individuality while fostering a shared passion for curiosity, creativity, and achievement. At Djanogly, every pupil is valued and supported to grow academically and personally.
The academy’s ethos is built on high expectations, mutual respect, and a commitment to excellence. Scholars are encouraged to be confident, resilient and compassionate citizens, equipped with the knowledge and skills to thrive in an ever-changing world. Through engaging teaching, enriching experiences and strong partnerships with families and the wider community, Djanogly City Academy nurtures a culture where scholars are motivated to reach their full potential and make a positive contribution to society.
Our latest Ofsted inspection report recognises our many strengths and the strong progress being made across the school. Djanogly City Academy was judged Good across all areas, with its Sixth Form rated Outstanding.Working Hours :Monday to Friday. Exact start and finish time to be confirmed at the interview. Term time only.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...