Introduction

An exciting opportunity to begin your career in childcare with Parenta Training, working in an early year setting. Become an apprentice in one of our fun and friendly nurseries working with children aged from birth to five years, gaining experience while you learn.

About the Employer

The company has been established since 1996 and has achieved a reputation for providing a consistently high standard of care. At our Maidstone nursery we offer a home from home family environment for your child, so if you live or work in or around Larkfield, look no further than Dawn to Dusk Day Nursery. We take great pride in the fact that Dawn to Dusk Day Nursery Ltd is recognised as ‘good’ by Ofsted and we strive to maintain our high standards. We employ staff to the highest level with Early Years Professional Status and degrees in Early Years Studies.

What You'll Do

Your role will include:

Working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, organising activities, being proactive with the help and care carried out within the early years teaching sector
Assisting and meeting the personal/emotional needs of individual children - changing nappies, feeding, caring and establishing a relationship with children
Work (under supervision), providing all aspects of care/support to children, ensuring they take part in day-to-day learning and play activities
Ensure that the setting is safe, clean and well-presented
Collaborate with colleagues, ensuring the highest standards of work are carried out and are provided throughout your role in a positive manner
To contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children by creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities
Attend team meetings and contribute relevant ideas
Be able to understand and implement the setting’s confidentiality policy
Contribute towards an effective and supportive team environment

Training Outcome

When you have successfully completed your apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to continue with an exciting career in childcare.

Initially, you will be working towards an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare, with a chance to progress to a level 3 after that.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Course Information

Course: Early years practitioner (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday, varied shifts from 7am - 7pm

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: PARENTA TRAINING LIMITED

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