Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice at The Green Door Nursery

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College; Bristol; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College is seeking an energetic apprentice to join The Green Door Nursery in Bristol. The role involves supporting staff and ensuring that children's needs are met in a caring environment. Apprentices will gain practical skills alongside a formal training program in Early Years Education. After completion, successful candidates may be offered a full-time position or progression to further education. A friendly team awaits you in an excellently rated nursery.

Qualifications

• Support team members throughout the nursery and provide an enabling environment for children.
• Be flexible and undertake various duties including snack preparation and equipment cleansing.

Responsibilities

• Effectively deliver the EYFS ensuring individual needs of children are met.
• Engage in good staff teamwork and promote a positive environment.

Education

Early years educator (level 3)

Job description

Whilst undertaking an apprenticeship at The Green Door Nursery the need is to support to other team members throughout the nursery. Provide an enabling environment in which all children can play, learn and develop. This is an excellent opportunity for a smart, ambitious and self-motivated individual to join a friendly environment.

Salary will be discussed further at Interview

Training course

Early years educator (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday; three days 7.45am - 6.00pm; and two half days; attend college 1-day per week - this will be SGS college Filton Campus.
39 hours a week

Tuesday 01 September

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands‑on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

• To effectively deliver the EYFS ensuring that the individual needs and interests of children in the setting are met (in conjunction with other team members
• Support all staff and engage in a good staff team
• The apprentice 's duties must at all times be carried out in compliance with Inclusion policy
• Look upon the nursery as a "whole" where can you help be most utilised, be constantly aware of the needs of children
• To be flexible within working practices of the setting, undertaking other responsible duties where needed, such as domestic tasks, preparation of snack meals, cleansing of equipment, etc.
• To advise manager/deputy/room leader of any concerns, e.g., over children, parents, the safety of the environment, preserving confidentiality as necessary
• To be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g., training, monthly staff meetings etc.
• To read, understand and adhere to all policies and procedures relevant to your role and the safe running of the setting

Where you’ll work

The Green Door Nursery
Belvoir Road
BS6 5DQ

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College

A 36 place nursery in a converted residential property offering places for children aged 0-4 years. A family run business with 28 years of experience in the childcare sector. Excellent Ofsted report. Last inspection in January 2023. "The staffing team is long standing and they are well qualified. Regular supervision meetings are effective in supporting staff to develop their professional knowledge and skills and to ensure their well-being. Staff report that leaders support them very well, and that their workloads are manageable." AND " The highly-motivated manager and her team are committed to providing high quality care and learning experiences for children. The manager continually reviews her provision and works in partnership with the local authority to identify areas for improvement."

After this apprenticeship

Full-time permanent position may be offered to the right candidate on the successful completion of apprenticeship; progression to higher education or role will be discussed.