Early Years Educator Apprentice Tiny Treasures

Introduction

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.

About the Employer

The nursery is based on the grounds of a school with private grounds. The nursery opened in 2009 and has a baby, toddler and preschool room. Tiny Acorns is part of the Toots Nursery group. The nursery is open 51 weeks of the year and closes Christmas to New Year. The nursery was graded Outstanding by Ofsted.

What You'll Do

The position is in our Tiny Treasures nursery. This role involves supporting the daily activities within the nursery, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all children.

The Nursery Practitioner will work closely with the lead educators to promote the development and well-being of each child in our care. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children.

We will support candidates to undertake an apprenticeship in Childcare alongside working with us in the setting.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and engage with children during playtime, ensuring their safety and well-being
• Communicate effectively with children, encouraging their social skills and emotional development
• Communicating with parents daily and at parents evenings, sharing information regarding their child's development
• Support children in their daily routines, including meals, naps, and personal hygiene
• Maintain a clean and organised nursery environment, ensuring all equipment is safe and suitable for use
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive atmosphere that fosters learning and growth
• Manage behaviour in accordance with nursery policies, promoting positive interactions among children
• Drive initiatives that enhance children's learning experiences through creative play
• Writing observations on their key children to create a child's learning journey and support them with their next steps

We can offer you:

• Additional leave
• Discounted or free food
• Company events
• On-site parking

Training Outcome

• Career opportunity within the nursery and group to develop

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Course Information

Course: Early years educator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 8.00am - 5.30pm or 8.30am - 6.00pm, all year round.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED