Apprentice Level 2 Early Years Practitioner in a Nursery - RL

Introduction

An exciting opportunity to start or continue your childcare career with Parenta Training, working within a welcoming early years setting. Gain hands-on experience supporting children aged 0-5 whilst working towards a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification and developing valuable skills for a rewarding career.

About the Employer

Carousel Day Nursery, Motspur Park was founded in 1997 and is situated on the first floor of the Old Blues Rugby Club. The nursery is open Monday to Friday, from 8am (7.30am by request) to 6pm, fifty weeks of the year and cares for children from the ages of two to five years. We are a small team that have varied qualifications ranging from Level 4, 3,2 as well as nursery assistants. We undertake regular training to ensure up-to-date knowledge and quality practice. At Carousel we promote Cultural Capitals, we believe in giving the children the best possible start to their education and future, we as a nursery evaluate what we do and how they learn, through the EYFS and ‘awe and wonder’ moments. The foundation of our curriculum is knowing our children. We can then build on their individual experiences and promote a learning educational programme bespoke to them.

What You'll Do

• Support children's learning and development through play and structured activities.
• Assist in creating a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment.
• Support children's care routines, wellbeing and independence.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Observe children's progress and contribute to development records.
• Promote equality, inclusion and positive behaviour.
• Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and confidentiality procedures at all times.
• Report any concerns regarding a child's welfare in line with safeguarding procedures.
• Work as part of a team to provide high-quality care and education.

Training Outcome

Successful apprentices may be offered a permanent position and have the opportunity to progress onto the Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship.

Skills Required

• 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

Course Information

Course: Early years practitioner (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday with varied shifts from 8am to 6pm. 30 hours per week over 4 days.

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: PARENTA TRAINING LIMITED