Early Years Educator Apprentice Nutfield Day Nursery

Nutfield Day Nursery Ltd; Redhill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Company events

Additional leave

Discounted or free food

Job summary

Nutfield Day Nursery Ltd invites applications for a Nursery Apprentice to support babies and young children in a busy day care setting in Nutfield. The role offers apprenticeship training in Childcare alongside working on-site, with shifts Mon-Fri between 7.00am and 7.00pm throughout the year.

You will work with lead educators to promote development, safety and wellbeing, while gaining hands-on experience and pursuing the Early years educator (level 3) apprenticeship through REALISE LEARNING AND

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or equivalent
• Enthusiasm for working with young children
• Ability to work in a team and follow nursery policies

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage with children during playtime, ensuring their safety and well-being
• Communicate effectively with children, encouraging their social skills and emotional development
• Communicating with parents daily and at parents evenings, sharing information regarding their child's development
• Support children in their daily routines, including meals, naps, and personal hygiene
• Maintain a clean and organised nursery environment, ensuring all equipment is safe and suitable for use
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive atmosphere that fosters learning and growth
• Manage behaviour in accordance with nursery policies, promoting positive interactions among children
• Drive initiatives that enhance children's learning experiences through creative play
• Writing observations on their key children to create a child's learning journey and support them with their next steps

Skills

Attention to detail

caring

Communication Skills

Creative

Initiative

Logical

Non judgemental

Patience

Team working

Education

GCSE Maths (Grade 4)

GCSE English (Grade 4)

Job description

Introduction

Looking to develop a career working with children? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice to join our Nutfield team, to support the care and learning of babies and young children in the setting. Hours are Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 7.00pm all year, excluding Bank Holidays.

About the Employer

Nutfield Day Nursery (NDN) was established in 1994. Previously an Old Rectory, the Victorian building is now a children’s day care nursery, with up to fifty-six children each day enjoying the entire ground floor of the premises. Nutfield Day Nursery became a Forest School in 2009, uniquely we have six Forest School Leaders who take our outdoor learning ethos and their careers seriously. Possibilities for children outside are bountiful in our five gardens, outdoor classrooms and field. Safeguarding is at the forefront of our roles for every child. We are constantly mindful of our responsibility to the parents, staff and all visitors that come to our nursery and enter our small community. NDN is open Monday to Friday, 7am to 7pm all year, excluding Bank Holidays.

What You’ll Do

The position is in our Nutfield day nursery. This role involves supporting the daily activities within the nursery, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all children. The Nursery Practitioner will work closely with the lead educators to promote the development and well-being of each child in our care. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children.

We will support candidates to undertake an apprenticeship in Childcare alongside working with us in the setting.

• Supervise and engage with children during playtime, ensuring their safety and well-being
• Communicate effectively with children, encouraging their social skills and emotional development
• Communicating with parents daily and at parents evenings, sharing information regarding their child's development
• Support children in their daily routines, including meals, naps, and personal hygiene
• Maintain a clean and organised nursery environment, ensuring all equipment is safe and suitable for use
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive atmosphere that fosters learning and growth
• Manage behaviour in accordance with nursery policies, promoting positive interactions among children
• Drive initiatives that enhance children's learning experiences through creative play
• Writing observations on their key children to create a child's learning journey and support them with their next steps

We can offer you:

• Additional leave
• Discounted or free food
• Company events
• On-site parking

Training Outcome

Career opportunity within the nursery and group to develop.

Skills Required

• Attention to detail
• caring
• Communication Skills
• Creative
• Initiative
• Logical
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Team working

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4
• Desired - GCSE - English - 4

Course Information

Course: Early years educator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday. Shifts between 8.00am and 6.00pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 2 Months

Training Provider: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED