Introduction

Interested in joining a growing and aspirational team? Our playground could be your workplace! We have a wonderful opportunity to complete a Level 3 Educator Apprenticeship with kinderzimmer Berkhamsted You will contribute to excellence in childcare and education for the children of the nursery.

About the Employer

From 1 to 35 kitas, kinderzimmer has over 10 years of experience in becoming one of Germany’s leading private early years education providers to over 4,500 children. Here in the UK, we combine this heritage with local expertise to create high-quality learning environments that put your child and their developmental needs first.

Our unique curriculum draws from three pioneering early years educationalists. Theories from Montessori, Froebel and Steiner allow us to teach a curriculum that can be tailored to each child’s individual learning styles and interests.

What You'll Do

At kinderzimmer we create high-quality learning environments that put the child and their developmental needs first. kinderzimmer has over 10 years of experience in becoming one of Germany’s leading private early years education providers to over 4,500 children.

As a Nursery Apprentice, you will need to be available to work between 7.30am - 6.30pm on a rota basis, on a 40 hours a week contract.

You will play a significant role in ensuring the best possible Education and Childcare at kinderzimmer. Your duties and responsibilities will include:

Contributing to a planned programme of activities/lessons that are suitable for the age range of children, in collaboration with other staff
Keeping a proper record of achievement file on key children, for parents/carer
Working alongside parents/carer of special needs children to provide full integration in the nursery setting
Supporting all staff and working collaboratively
Adhering to all policies and procedures to uphold standards within the nursery setting
Safeguarding children by working to safeguarding policies
Liaising with and supporting parents/carers and other family members
Attending out-of-working-hours activities such as training, monthly staff meetings, parents/carers evenings, etc
Being flexible within the working practices of the setting and helping where needed, including undertaking certain domestic jobs within the Setting, such as preparing snack meals and cleaning equipment
Supporting internal and external inspections, including Ofsted
Recording accidents in the accident book and ensuring that the manager is informed of the report before the parent receives it
Looking upon the setting as a "whole" to determine where help can be most utilised
Being constantly aware of the needs of children
Ensuring that each child is collected by someone known to the settin
Respecting the confidentiality of information received
Preparing and completing activities to suit the child's stage of development
Ensuring that mealtimes are a time of pleasant social sharing
Toileting, washing, and changing children as required
Ensuring that the setting is of high quality to meet the needs of individual children from different cultures and religious backgrounds and stages of development
Upholding the high profile of the setting and its standards at all times
Actively promoting and supporting the safeguarding of children and young people in the workplace and observing Setting policies and procedures

Benefits

Holidays - 23 days & 8 bank holidays. Nursery closure during Christmas week
A Wellness Day. This day can be used when you need to take time off to recharge, refocus, or when you feel run down and need a day to rest and recover
Annual subscription to Fiit, which offers our employees the chance to enjoy a range of workouts, from high-intensity training to yoga, from the comfort of their own home or while on the go, through your smart phone or web browser. Whether you're looking to boost your energy levels, improve your fitness, or simply de-stress
Discount membership card – a membership card that gives you access to hundreds of discounts, deals and offers on big-name brands both online and in store, PLUS a FREE tastecard, giving you access to top savings at big restaurants, pizza delivery, days out and more!
Access to Flick – a market leading training program to support professional growth
You will have access to several CPD accredited courses to promote continuous professional development

Training Outcome

Opportunities to progress within the group.

Skills Required

Communication Skills
Creative
Patience
Team working

Qualifications

Desired - GCSE - Mathematics - 4
Desired - GCSE - English Language - 4

Course Information

Course: Early years educator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday Shifts 7.30am - 6pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 2 Months

Training Provider: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED

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