Introduction

Green Door Nursery is looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice who is eager to work with children. Supported by a suitably qualified early years educator, you will interact and work with the children on a day to day basis, supporting the planning and delivery of play activities and undertaking key person responsibilities.

About the Employer

At the Green Door Nursery we work in accordance with best practice to provide an environment in which children feel secure and loved, enjoying all the wonderful things childhood brings; fun, laughter, learning, caring about others and making friends. To help children be confident and independent giving them the best start possible in school and above all take pride in their achievements and enjoy learning.

What You'll Do

As an outstanding nursery we offer a strong support network and high-quality training to help you develop your skills to an exceptional standard.
Apprentices play a crucial part in supporting delivery of welfare and care in the early years.

As an Apprentice Nursery Educator, you will be part of a friendly and supportive team, working in a beautiful setting whilst pursuing a Level 3 Early Years qualification.

About the Role

As a Nursery Apprentice, you will work as part of a friendly and supportive team, playing an active role in children’s learning and development. Key responsibilities include:

• Plan and carry out child initiated and adult led play activities supporting children’s individual needs and interests
• Provide play activities which encourage and promote children’s numeracy, literacy and language development.
• Undertake the role of the key person to help children feel safe, secure and valued.
• Carry out observations and use these effectively to understand the changing needs of their individual key children and plan for the interests in line with the early years foundation stage.
• Carry out care routines such as nappy changing, toileting, hand washing and feeding routines with care, respect and compassion.
• Work in partnership with other professionals, parents, colleagues and children to meet the individual needs of children.
• Ensure the welfare, well-being and safety of children is promoted and report safeguarding issues and concerns to the person in charge.
• Take an active role in seeking out continuous professional development opportunities during the apprentices programme and beyond.
• Support children who are experiencing transitions such as moving to school or birth of a sibling, using your knowledge of the children to support them.

Training Outcome

A full-time qualified position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills Required

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Qualifications

Desired - GCSE - Maths and English - 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 to be agreed at offer stage.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED

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