Early years Educator Apprentice

RADBROOK NURSERY & PRESCHOOL LTD; Bayston Hill; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Radbrook Nursery and Pre-School Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Apprentice to support learning and development in our baby and pre-school rooms. You will work with the team to plan activities, observe progress and maintain learning files, under supervision.

The role offers a level 3 Early Years educator apprenticeship, 1 year 6 months, with SHREWSBURY COLLEGE as the training provider.

Qualifications

• Essential GCSE Maths and English (C/4) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development through play-based activities.
• Assist with planning and delivery of age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Observe, monitor and record children's progress and achievements.
• Promote holistic development including physical, emotional, social and literacy skills.
• Support communication with children and families, including using EYFS guidance.
• Encourage positive behaviour and social skills.
• Ensure safety, wellbeing and safeguarding of all children.
• Follow health and safety policies, risk assessments and reporting.
• Assist personal care routines where appropriate.
• Build professional relationships with parents, carers and colleagues.
• Support children with additional needs and foster inclusion.
• Prepare learning resources and maintain stimulating spaces.
• Contribute to daily nursery and preschool routines.
• Maintain accurate records per setting policies and statutory requirements.
• Participate in training and development with the team.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Number skills

Logical

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Non judgemental

Patience

Physical fitness

Approachable

Partnership with Parents

Education

GCSE Maths and English (C/4 or above)

Job description

Introduction

We are looking for a friendly, caring Early Years Apprentice to join our team at Radbrook Nursery and Pre-School. We are a small setting with a baby room for under 2s and a pre-school room for ages 2-4. You will work with our pre-school team, supporting children’s learning, development and activities.

About the Employer

We are a private run nursery and hold up to 18 children a day in our setting. This includes just 3 babies and 15 children in our pre-school room.

What You'll Do

The role involves working closely with children, parents, carers and professionals to promote the well-being, development and individual needs of each child. It requires being a positive and supportive member of the staff team, showing genuine care and respect for children and their families, and helping to ensure the nursery runs smoothly each day. The role also involves supporting the key person through observations, planning and maintaining children’s files, learning from senior staff, assisting with activities and daily duties, and using initiative when needed. All responsibilities should be carried out in line with the nursery’s policies and procedures and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework, ensuring children receive a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning experience.

Roles and Responsibilities typically include:

• Supporting children's learning and development through play-based activities
• Assisting with the planning and delivery of age-appropriate learning experiences
• Observing, monitoring and recording children’s progress and achievements
• Promoting children’s physical, emotional, social and intellectual development
• Supporting children’s communication, language and literacy development
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping children develop social skills
• Ensuring the safety, wellbeing and safeguarding of all children at all times
• Following health and safety policies, including risk assessments and accident reporting
• Assisting with personal care routines, including toileting, handwashing and mealtimes, where appropriate
• Building positive and professional relationships with children, parents/carers and colleagues
• Supporting children with additional needs and helping to promote an inclusive environment
• Preparing learning resources and maintaining stimulating, safe learning spaces
• Contributing to daily nursery, preschool or classroom routines
• Maintaining accurate records in line with setting policies and statutory requirements
• Working as part of the wider early years team and attending training and development activities
• Following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and organisational policies and procedures

Training Outcome

To gain level 3 qualification in early years. To gain skills and confidence within this job role.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Number skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness
• Approachable
• Partnership with Parents

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - Maths and English - C / 4 or above

Course Information

Course: Early years educator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Working hours are between Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: SHREWSBURY COLLEGE