Early Years Educator Apprentice -Toad Hall Nursery Horley

Introduction

Toad Hall Nursery are looking for an apprentice eligible to complete their Level 3 apprenticeship in Early Years. As an apprentice, you will be trained to undertake the same responsibilities as an Early Years Practitioner, supported by an award-winning training provider. Sound like something that might interest you? 

About the Employer

We provide spacious, bright rooms tailored to each age group, with dedicated garden spaces for outdoor learning and play. Our nursery also features a separate sensory room and a studio room designed for creative activities.

With a team of long-standing, dedicated staff, our Manager, Kerry, brings extensive expertise in SEND, ensuring inclusive support for all children

We offer a range of extra-curricular activities, including music and movement, Spanish, and sports, fostering creativity, language development, and physical well-being

What You'll Do

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work
Are you ready to start your career in Early Years, or take the next step by working towards your Level 3 qualification in Childcare?

We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic modern apprentices to join our growing nursery group. You will gain hands-on experience alongside our experienced childcare professionals, developing the skills, confidence and knowledge needed for a successful career in Early Years, all while earning as you learn in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Duties

• You will work as part of a team planning, monitoring and evaluating activities for children from birth to approximately five years of age
• You will be responsible for the care and education of the children in the room within a key person structure
• Support in ensuring the environment is stimulating and appropriate, including layout, display of resources, displays and equal opportunities
• Assist with the daily, weekly and monthly checks around the nursery
• Ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of the children in the room at all times is essential
• You will work to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework
• To support qualified staff with daily routines in the nursery
• To learn the skills of a nursery nurse, (on the job), working practically as part of the team
• To learn how to provide high quality childcare to our children
• Understand the importance of keeping everyone safe and the part you play
• To never be left unsupervised with the children
• To gain a good understanding of child development and how this is important when caring for children
• To contribute/complete children’s observations and records where required

Training Outcome

On completion of your Level 3 apprenticeship (12-15 months), there may be opportunities to be promoted to a full-time Early Years Practitioner, and we will work with you to create a continuous development plan and learning pathway to reach your future career goals within the Early Years sector.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - English - 4
• Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Early years educator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday (shifts agreed at offer stage).

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED