Introduction

Little Angels @ Roby are looking for dedicated, motivated, caring individuals a great sense of humour, to join the team. You will interact and work with the children on a day to day basis, supporting the planning and delivery of play activities.

About the Employer

Little Angels Childcare aim to provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment, catering for all the needs of the children in our care. All children are treated as individuals and provision is tailored to meet their needs, in conjunction with the wishes of the parents/carers.

What You'll Do

Do you find inspiration in the imaginations of a child?
Can you appreciate the magic in a muddy puddle?

At Little Angels our apprentices play a crucial part in supporting delivery of welfare and care in early years.

Please find below the duties and expectations of an early years practitioner apprentice:

Ensure the welfare and safety of children is promoted and report safeguarding issues and concerns to the person in charge
Support the planning and delivery of purposeful play activities in line with the early years foundation stage
Work with parents, colleagues and other agencies to ensure children’s individual needs are met
Support the children to understand healthy life choices through engaging play activities
Take an active role in seeking out continuous professional development opportunities during the apprentices programme and beyond
Use communication and knowledge of child development to engage with children and support those requiring additional support
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
Carry out respectful care routines such as feeding, nappy changing and dental care
Take an active part in the completion of their apprenticeship, meeting deadlines set by their trainer assessor and working with the dedicated mentor to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours
Support children’s numeracy, literacy and language through a range of play activities and opportunities

Your trainer assessor will meet with you regularly to provide teaching, learning and feedback from assessments completed. To support your progress you will be required to complete a reflective journal of the learning you have undertaken and discuss this with your trainer assessor.

Training Outcome

Progression to the Level 3 Early Years Educator Standard

Skills Required

Attention to detail
caring
Communication Skills
Creative
Friendly
Initiative
Logical
Maths and English
Non judgemental
Organisation skills
Patience
Team working
understanding

Qualifications

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

Course Information

Course: Early years practitioner (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Rotating shifts between 8.00am and 6.00pm (Monday to Friday)

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED

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