Early Years Educator Apprentice: Earn While You Learn

Realise; Watford; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff referral scheme

Annual Christmas Party

Health & wellbeing programme

Sick pay

Job summary

Realise is offering a Modern Apprenticeship in Early Years in Watford. You will train toward the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship while gaining hands-on experience in a busy nursery, with supervision from qualified staff and a focus on safeguarding and child development.

The program includes on-the-job training, 20% off-the-job learning, and progression toward the Level 3 Diploma and Paediatric First Aid qualifications. Shift pattern is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• You should have a strong interest in working with children to help them develop and grow.
• You should demonstrate a good work ethic and be able to communicate effectively with staff and children.
• You should treat staff and children with respect and care at all times.
• You should be willing to learn and follow nursery policies and safeguarding guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, monitor and evaluate activities for children from birth to five years.
• Care and educate children within a key person structure.
• Maintain a stimulating nursery environment and display resources.
• Support daily, weekly and monthly checks in the nursery.
• Assist with safeguarding and welfare at all times.
• Learn EYFS framework and support daily routines.
• Learn practical nursery nursing skills on the job.
• Contribute observations and records as required.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Confident in building relationships

Awareness of safeguarding

Follow guidelines & policies

Uses initiative

Reliable

Passionate about working with children

Training to be Provided

Education

GCSE Maths & English (4/C or above)

Willing to complete Level 3 apprenticeship

Job description

Realise is offering a Modern Apprenticeship in Early Years in Watford. You will train toward the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship while gaining hands-on experience in a busy nursery, with supervision from qualified staff and a focus on safeguarding and child development.

The program includes on-the-job training, 20% off-the-job learning, and progression toward the Level 3 Diploma and Paediatric First Aid qualifications. Shift pattern is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.