Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship

Introduction

Tern Valley Day Nursery are recruiting for a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprentice to join their team. A fantastic opportunity to join a well-established nursery that is Ofsted rated Good and are supportive to their apprentices in developing the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to progress within the sector.

About the Employer

At Tern Valley Day Nursery, our objective is to provide a safe, caring, secure but loving environment for your child. We have themed our Nursery with Shrek and his fairy tale friends to tap into every child’s imagination of fun and wonderment. From the moment you walk through our doors you will feel happy to know that our only aim is to give your child the best experience and the love and attention that you would give yourself. Our Nursery opened in September 2021 and not only will you benefit from everything being new and fresh, but you will also benefit from carefully selected professionals to educate and stimulate your child’s development.

What You'll Do

What will the apprentice be doing?

• Work in partnership with other colleagues, parents, and/or carers or other professionals to meet the individual needs of each child in line with company policies and procedures
• Use play to support children to understand and encourage healthy life choices
• Identify issues of safeguarding and child protection, ensuring that the welfare and safety of children is promoted and safeguarded, and report any child protection concerns to the person in charge
• Carry out self-reflection and use continuous professional development opportunities to improve practice
• Undertake specific tasks related to the safety and hygiene of the children and the cleanliness of the setting
• Use their knowledge of child development to work with parents and carers to improve children outcomes and wellbeing, including those with disabilities and additional needs
• Contribute to the planning and organisation of activities and children's individual experiences, which will support and extend the children’s learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Communicate and engage with children to support their learning and development
• Support the collection of accurate and up-to-date records which identify children’s individual needs, abilities and progress and use these as a basis for future planning
• Support the wellbeing of all children including those with additional needs and disabilities

Training Outcome

Tern Valley Day Nursery Ltd will always offer continuous development and employment whenever possible.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience
• Physical fitness
• Willingness to learn and grow
• Genuine desire for childcare

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - GCSE English and Maths - 3 or D or Level 1 FS
• Desired - GCSE - GCSE English and Maths - A*-C or 9-4 or Level 2 FS

Course Information

Course: Early years practitioner (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday on a rota basis agreed in advance between 7.30am and 6.00pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED