Introduction

We are looking for an apprentice to join our team to support us with the development of children within the nursery. The individual should have a passion for working in childcare and increasing their knowledge within this field whilst obtaining a recognised qualification.

About the Employer

Situated within a farm environment (on the edge of Leighton Buzzard), enjoy the very best early year’s education, its own Nursery gardens and daily supervised visits to the farm.

What You'll Do

To plan, organise, supervise and carry out suitable activities and educational programmes for children, using the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
To maintain a safe, secure and hygienic environment for children
To support the staff team with children’s developmental records within a key worker system
To supervise children at mealtimes
To work within a team and maintain good communication.
To follow nursery policies and procedures and comply with Local Authority Regulations
Follow the EYFS Statutory Framework
To maintain the nursery environment, carrying out delegated tasks as may be deemed necessary for the efficient running of the nursery and ensuring a safe, secure and hygienic environment at all times
Ensure good time keeping, smart appearance, personal hygiene and good work practices
To maintain good relationships with parents/carers on all matters relating to the nursery
To ensure the nursery building is secure at all times.
To work within the hours the nursery operates as deemed necessary to ensure adequate staff-to-children ratios are maintained
To respect confidentiality regarding the nursery at all times
Work positively within the team structure and be included in staff duty rotas

Training Outcome

Possibility of gaining a full-time contract upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Team working
Initiative
Patience

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English & Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Early years educator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Between the hours of 7.15am and 6pm Monday to Friday.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: EDUCATION AND SKILLS TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT LIMITED

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