Early years apprentice

Getting In Limited; Watford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as an Early Years Apprentice at a nurturing nursery! This role offers hands-on experience in childcare, working alongside experienced staff to support children's development and learning. You will help create a positive environment tailored to each child's needs while gaining valuable skills through a structured apprenticeship program. With a focus on high-quality childcare, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in young lives. Join a dedicated team and embark on a rewarding journey in early education that fosters growth and creativity!

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship includes training with an external provider.
• Must obtain a paediatric first aid qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development across all age ranges.
• Assist with daily routines and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Non-judgemental

Patience

Education

Level 3 Early Year’s Educator apprenticeship

Job description

Early Years Apprentice

Apply From: 01/11/2024

Learning Provider

Delivered by HAWK MANAGEMENT (UK) LIMITED

Employer

Toad Hall Nursery

Vacancy Description

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

The Apprentice is responsible for helping to create an environment in which children’s individual needs are met and supporting the Nursery Management Team to ensure that high quality childcare is provided to all. This role profile is not exhaustive, and the Apprentice is expected to fulfil any duty as required for the effective running of the setting.

You will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and provide two suitable references as part of the recruitment process.

Your tasks will include:

• Being aware and demonstrating a clear understanding of own role and areas of responsibility
• To support children’s learning and development with children from all age ranges of the Early Years
• To support children’s development skills, working to plan activities, recording observations and their progress
• To understand and comply with all nursery policies and procedures, and relevant legislative requirements, informing management immediately of any instances of non-compliance or variations in practice
• Once confident in role, to assume the role of a key person to a group of children and work in partnership with parents/carers, catering for all children’s individual needs; observing, planning and evaluating development activities; keeping accurate records and maintaining regular contact and communication with parents
• Attending staff meetings and any training that is in-house
• To regularly update the children's daily diaries
• To ensure that the ratios are adhered to at all times
• To assist with the wall displays and decoration
• To assist with the nappy changing routines & personal hygiene

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Early Years Apprentice

Employer Description

Toad Hall Nurseries are rated as an Ofsted ‘Good’ provider of childcare and are responsible for 14 nurseries across Surrey, Hertfordshire and Berkshire. They offer childcare and early education for children from the age of 3 months. Children have a dedicated team of staff looking after them and making sure that they have the best early life experiences. By combining excellent facilities and the expertise of their qualified staff, they ensure that all of the children enjoy their time at the nursery.

Vacancy Location

100 Hempstead Road, WD17 4LA

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

2

Vacancy Reference Number

1000284719

Key Dates

Apply From

01/11/2024

Closing Date For Applications

2024-11-12 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-01-01 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

An apprenticeship includes regular training with an external training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

The successful candidate will undertake a Level 3 Early Year’s Educator apprenticeship, which is an 18-month programme plus 3-months for End Point Assessment activities.

The programme is delivered through virtual and face-to-face training and online learning.

It will include functional skills exams if you don’t have an English & maths GCSE at Grade 4/C, equivalent or above.

You will be required to obtain an approved paediatric first aid qualification prior to taking End Point Assessment.

Learning Provider

HAWK MANAGEMENT (UK) LIMITED

Skills Required

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non-judgemental, Patience

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