Apprentice

Bright Little Stars; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% off-the-job learning

High apprentice salaries

Daily hot staff lunches

Wellness programme

Apprentice support days

Mentor system

Job summary

Bright Little Stars is offering an Early Years Apprenticeship in London to study towards a Level 2 or 3 Early Years Practitioner. You will plan and lead play activities, support numeracy and literacy, and develop under a dedicated mentor while earning and learning.

Requirements include GCSE maths and English (level 1) preferred. Expect a 5-week paid trial, a structured progression, and a pathway to a future role within Bright Little Stars.

Qualifications

• GCSE maths and English (level 1) preferred.
• Aim to work towards Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard.
• On-the-job training with 20% off-the-job learning included.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out child-initiated and adult-led play activities supporting children's needs and interests.
• Provide activities promoting numeracy, literacy and language development.
• Act as key person to help children feel safe, secure and valued.
• Carry out observations and use them to plan for individual children’s needs.
• Assist with welfare, safety and safeguarding reporting as required.
• Engage with parents and professionals to support children’s development.
• Complete apprenticeship requirements and meet deadlines with mentor support.

Skills

Self-motivation

Good communication

Time management

Deadline skills

Empathetic

Kind

Caring

Passionate

Education

GCSE maths and English (level 1)

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard

Job description

An Early Years Apprenticeship at Bright Little Stars offers you the chance to gain a nationally recognised qualification that will help you enjoy a rewarding, worthwhile and fun career in childcare. Our Early Years Apprenticeships develop your knowledge and skills on and off the job, giving you the chance to earn and learn at the same time. You carry out a 5 week paid trial which decides what kind of learner you are- then we match your unique learner needs to the best apprenticeship programme for you.

As an Early Years Apprentice, you will study towards either a Level 2 or 3 Early Years Practitioner. Duties 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 Carries 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 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 Work in a non-discriminatory way to ensure all children have equal access to opportunities

GCSE maths and English or equivalent at a level 1 (grade 3) preferred.

Personal Qualities Passionate Empathetic Kind Caring Skills Required Self-motivation Good communication skills Ability to meet strict deadlines Time management Training to be Provided Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day. You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Qualification
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required
• High Apprentice Salaries Above Government Standard
• Daily Hot Staff Lunches
• Win BLS Bucks Rewards Such as Virgin Experience Days
• Wellness Programme
• Job Opportunities after Completion of Apprenticeship
• Paid Training DaysMentor System
• Work With Qualified Teachers
• Apprentice Support Days
• Working Week Monday to Friday