Childcare Apprenticeship - Christchurch

Paragon Skills; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Paragon Skills is seeking an Early Years apprentice to provide high-quality education and care for children, working towards a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship. The role includes planning activities, maintaining records, and fostering a positive learning environment. Opportunities for full-time employment may arise upon successful completion of this structured 12-month apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as a key person for children, maintaining records and updates.
• Familiarity with the Early Years Foundation Stage and its requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of education and care for children.
• Assist with daily routines and curriculum planning at the nursery.
• Report concerns to management promptly.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Non-judgemental attitude

Patience

Job description

Job Description

As an Early Years apprentice, you will work towards delivering the following:

• Ensuring a high standard of physical, emotional, social, and intellectual education and care for all children.
• Following the requirements in the Early Years Foundation Stage welfare requirement.
• Working as part of a team, encouraging positive attitudes between staff and children at all times.
• Acting as a key person for a small group of children, keeping records, setting individual targets, regularly updating and assessing progress, and recording observations in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, while liaising closely with parents/carers to meet each child's individual needs.
• Implementing the daily routine at Dell Cottage and assisting with curriculum planning for each topic.
• Helping to set up the nursery if starting early, ensuring activities are prepared, and daily information slips are filled out.
• Planning, executing, and evaluating daily activities to encourage development, linking activities with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Familiarizing with and implementing policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality regarding children, families, and staff.
• Using the daily diary to record any unusual comments or observations.
• Reporting any concerns to the Manager/Deputy Manager/Supervisor promptly.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Non-judgemental attitude
• Patience

Training

Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organizations. It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an achievement rate of 71.4%, above the national average. Learners are supported through a blended approach with assigned Personal Tutors, regular catch-ups, and dedicated study hours, totaling 20% of working hours. Upon completion of this 12-month apprenticeship, you will earn a Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship.

Prospects

There may be opportunities for full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.