Introduction

This qualification covers knowledge of children from birth to 7 years, focusing on ages 0-5. You'll gain practical experience, be assessed on-site, and complete written tasks, with support from your assessor via an online platform. Upon completion, you will qualify as a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner.

About the Employer

Tops Exeter Nursery is a 104-place day nursery and preschool located within the University of Exeter, providing Early Education and Care for children aged 3 months to school age. Our passionate team creates a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, learn, and grow with confidence. Children benefit from enriching activities including Forest School, cooking school, yoga, and Boogie Mites, designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning. As part of our eco-sustainable approach, we also encourage children to develop respect for the environment through hands-on, meaningful experiences.

What You'll Do

Assist in providing a safe environment for children
Assisting with daily, weekly and monthly checks around the nursery
Assist in ensuring the unit is clean and tidy
Assist in meal preparation
Assist colleagues with developing and maintaining good relationships
Taking children on trips out and assisting with picking them up from school
Able to support children’s behaviour and act as a role model
Support in ensuring the environment is stimulating and appropriate

Training Outcome

Potential to gain permanent employment in the setting

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Team working
Initiative
Patience
Reliable
Friendly
Flexible
Confident
Motivated
Good with children

Qualifications

Desired - GCSE - GCSE English - C
Desired - GCSE - GCSE Maths - C

Course Information

Course: Early years practitioner (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: The apprentice will be working 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between the setting's opening hours of 6:00am - 8:00pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Training Provider: ASPIRE TRAINING TEAM LIMITED

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