L2 Early Years Apprentice

Getting In Limited; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic L2 Early Years Apprentice to join their team. This role focuses on fostering children's emotional wellbeing and supporting their development into confident, independent young individuals. You will learn to create a nurturing environment that encourages language acquisition and social skills through play. The apprenticeship offers a blend of practical experience and classroom learning, ensuring you gain essential skills in childcare practices. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to foster children's emotional wellbeing and support their independence.
• Skills in encouraging language acquisition and social skills through play.

Responsibilities

• Assist in caring for children's personal and dietary needs with kindness.
• Maintain accurate records for each child through observation and planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Early Years Practitioner Level 2

Job description

Vacancy Title: L2 Early Years Apprentice

Learning Provider

Delivered by CHELMSFORD COLLEGE

Employer

Somers Heath Primary School

Vacancy Description

• To foster children’s emotional wellbeing and support them to become confident and independent young children who care about others.
• To learn how to encourage children’s acquisition of language and social skills through play, fostering a love of books and creating a language-rich environment.
• To assist staff in caring for the personal and dietary needs of each child with sensitivity and kindness.
• To always act as a positive role model for the children in their care.
• To learn how to maintain accurate and up-to-date records for each key child through observation, assessment, and planning.
• Learning how to provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social, and intellectual care for children placed in the nursery.
• Giving support to personnel within the nursery/reception.
• Learning about all aspects of good childcare practice.
• To learn about the differing needs of individual key children and how to provide a fun, stimulating, and loving approach towards each child and their learning.

Key Details

Vacancy Location: Foyle Drive South Ockendon RM15 5LX

Wage Frequency: Custom

Number of Vacancies: 2

Vacancy Reference Number: 1000314587

Key Dates

Apply From: 11/04/2025

Closing Date For Applications: 2025-07-01 23:59:59

Interview Begin From:

Possible Start Date: 2025-09-01 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided: Early Years Practitioner Level 2

5 days per week includes 1 day at college (32.5 hours), possible 2 days in nursery and 2 days in reception.

Skills Required

Communication skills, Problem-solving skills