Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprentice

Skern Training; Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 8,300 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

T.M Nursery Enterprises Limited T/As Jack in the box day care in Spennymoor, Durham, United Kingdom, invites applications for an Early Years Educator Apprentice. You will work within a supportive team to provide a safe, caring, and stimulating environment and gain practical experience while working towards your Early Years Educator qualification.

You will support children's learning through play and routines, develop knowledge under the guidance of experienced practitioners, and participate in

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in working with young children and supporting their learning and development.
• Willingness to complete the required apprenticeship training and qualification.
• Good communication and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities that promote learning.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents/carers and colleagues.
• Help provide a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Support children’s personal care needs as appropriate.
• Observe development and contribute to records and assessments.
• Follow safeguarding and health & safety policies.
• Attend training and complete apprenticeship learning and assessments.

Skills

Customer care

Education

Interest in child development

Job description

• T.M Nursery Enterprises Limited T/As Jack in the box day care

We are very proud of our nursery and work endlessly to make sure children are happy, healthy
and have fun whilst learning. Please take time to explore our photographs as we believe a photograph is worth a thousand words, we hope you see happy children who enjoy nursery playing alongside a dedicated team who are committed to providing children with the best opportunities we can. If you have any further questions or would like to visit us please get in touch.

Description

As an Early Years Educator Apprentice, you will work as part of a supportive early years team to provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children. You will gain practical experience while working towards your Early Years Educator qualification.

You will support children's learning and development through play, planned activitiesand everyday routines, while developing your knowledge and skills under the guidance of experienced practitioners.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote children's learning and development.
• Build positive, caring and respectful relationships with children, parents/carers and colleagues.
• Help provide a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children.
• Support children's personal care needs, including toileting, nappy changing, handwashing and mealtimes, where appropriate.
• Encourage children's independence, confidence and social skills.
• Observe children's interests, development and progress and contribute to appropriate records and assessments.
• Support children's learning through play and encourage curiosity, creativity and exploration.
• Follow the setting's safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and behaviour policies.
• Work effectively as part of the nursery team and contribute to maintaining a positive environment.
• Assist with maintaining clean, organised and welcoming indoor and outdoor learning environments.
• Communicate appropriately with parents/carers and other professionals as directed by senior staff.
• Attend training and complete all required apprenticeship learning and assessments.
• Take responsibility for your own professional development and respond positively to feedback.

Safeguarding

The successful candidate will be expected to understand and follow the setting's safeguarding procedures and to promote the welfare and safety of children at all times. Any safeguarding concerns must be reported promptly to the appropriate member of staff.

Entry requirements

Person Specification

• A genuine interest in working with young children and supporting their learning and development.
• A caring, patient and positive approach.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, responsible and punctual.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Willingness to complete the required apprenticeship training and qualification.
• Previous experience working with children, through employment, volunteering, school placement or childcare.
• An interest in child development, education or early years practice.
• Basic understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Skills required

• Customer care skills

Training to be provided

What We Offer

• Full support from experienced early years practitioners.
• On-the-job training and mentoring.
• Time and support to complete your apprenticeship qualification.
• Opportunities to develop practical childcare and early years skills.
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for continued development and progression within early years education.
• During the apprenticeship, you will develop knowledge and practical skills in areas including:
• Child development and early years education.
• Supporting children's physical, emotional and social development.
• Planning and delivering activities through play.
• Observation, assessment and supporting children's individual needs.
• Safeguarding and child protection.
• Health, safety, hygiene and wellbeing.
• Working with parents, carers and colleagues.
• Inclusive practice and supporting children with different needs.
• Professional practice within an early years setting.

Things to consider

This role is subject to the appropriate safeguarding and recruitment checks.

Opportunities for continued development and progression within early years education.

Location

T.M Nursery Enterprises Limited T/As Jack in the box day care
Tudhoe Moor Nursery School
Spennymoor
Durham
United Kingdom
DL16 6EX