Early Years Educator Apprentice

Realise Training; Buckden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider is seeking an Early Years Apprentice to join a nursery team in Buckden. The role involves on-the-job training and responsibilities such as collaborating with team members to maintain high standards of care, planning educational activities, and ensuring a safe environment. The position offers up to £12.21 an hour, 24 days annual leave, and continuous progression opportunities. Ideal for individuals interested in developing a rewarding career in childcare.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24 days annual leave

Lunch provided

Uniform provided

Team events

Employee assistance helpline

Qualifications

• Able to assist in providing high standards of care and education for children.
• Capable of managing daily operations of the nursery effectively.
• Willing to work closely with a buddy for support and training.

Responsibilities

• Assist team members in providing compliance and care for children.
• Contribute ideas to planning for children's learning and development.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment in the nursery.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Childcare

Planning Activities

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship

Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid

Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

Job description

Overview

Buckden Day Nursery are delighted to have an opportunity for an Apprentice to join their team. As an Early Years Apprentice you will be trained on the job to give you a true representation of what it is like to work in a day nursery. You will be allocated a buddy who you will work alongside, and you will work towards undertaking the role of a key person. Within the role of Apprentice, you will attend training days with our training provider and the other days will be based at your allocated nursery.

Responsibilities

• To assist team members in providing the highest standard of compliance, care and education for children, and effectively manage daily operations of the nursery, including positive partnerships with staff and parents.
• To contribute ideas to planning ensuring children receive high quality of learning and development.
• To liaise with nursery staff regarding children’s specific needs and requirements.
• To maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment.
• To adhere to all Nursery policies and procedures.
• To always meet health and safety and environmental health requirements.
• You will work closely with your buddy to support the development of good practice with regards to inclusion. You will also observe, assess and plan interesting, stimulating, and challenging activities which links to the individual learning, development needs and abilities of the children in your care.

Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary – Up to £12.21 an hour dependant on age and experience
• Annual leave starts at 24 days on top of a paid birthday day off and public bank holidays.
• Annual pay review to ensure competitive salary.
• Team fun days and award events to thank and celebrate our wonderful teams.
• Lunch provided
• Uniform provided
• Progression plans for all staff
• Employee assistance helpline offering confidential counselling and advisory service from qualified and trained experts 24/7, including face to face counselling sessions where needed.
• *All perks are pro-rota for part time staff and subject to successful completion of probationary period. These perks may be subject to further conditions and can be withdrawn or reviewed at the discretion of the company.

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 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

Apprenticeship Duration

14 Months