Early Years Apprentice

The Bridge Day Nursery; Bury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established family-run nursery is seeking a dedicated Apprentice to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to children's early learning and development in a nurturing environment. You will work closely with children, helping them learn through play while gaining valuable experience and training towards an NVQ Level 2 qualification. The nursery values a family vibe, making it a perfect place for those passionate about early years education. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to make a positive impact on young lives, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Passion for early years learning and development.
• Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Work towards achieving NVQ 2 within the agreed timescale.
• Plan and provide teaching that prepares children for their next stage.
• Maintain a safe and nurturing environment for children.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Child Development Knowledge

Patience

Creativity

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to join the family-run nursery. Are you passionate about wanting children to have the best start in their Early Years learning and development? Are you enthusiastic about wanting to know how children learn, and how you can teach them through play? Do you want to work in a nursery setting with a family vibe? If the answer is yes, then please contact us to be considered to work as an Apprentice in our nursery setting.

Full-time employment and potentially onto a higher-level qualification.

Responsibilities:

• Work towards & achieve NVQ 2 or equivalent within timescale agreed by the training provider & employer.
• Adhere to the policies & procedures of The Bridge Day Nursery and compliance with the Children Act, Health & Safety legislation, and within the guidelines of the Early Years Foundation Stage Welfare requirements.
• Gain a paediatric 1st aid certificate.
• Participate in other necessary training.
• Work & interact with children.
• Work well within a team.
• Liaise with parents.
• Deliver exceptional learning opportunities and care that help young children to develop.
• Plan and provide teaching and learning that prepares children for their next stage in life.
• Observe children, plan developmental next steps for each child and individualised learning plans in accordance with Early Years Foundation Stage learning & development.
• Help develop and deliver Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum for all the children in your care.
• Keep up-to-date individual records of key children.
• Plan session/daily/medium-term plans and then do this independently within timescale set by supervisor.
• Set up an exciting, enabling environment for children indoors & outdoors, and do this independently within timescale set by supervisor.
• Interact and respond to children’s play.
• Communicate with children at a level they understand.
• Check toys & equipment, maintain a clean, safe & secure environment.
• Prepare activities in advance.
• Prepare snacks & fruit.
• Work positively as a team member and be included in staff duty Rota’s.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Be a reliable and enthusiastic member of the team.
• Help settle in new children & liaise with their parents. Always end conversations with parents on a positive note.
• Conform to nursery dress code.
• Ensure confidentiality is maintained in the nursery.
• Take on whatever duties are deemed necessary for the smooth running of the nursery.
• Encourage children at mealtimes.
• Put into practice nursery policies.
• Have a sense of humour.
• Be a good communicator.

Full training will be given within the nursery setting, with Rochdale training completing the training onsite at the nursery location, working towards a level 2 standard. You will also complete safeguarding training and health and safety.

Monday to Friday, hours between 7:45 am and 6:00 pm, totaling 37 hours.