Nursery Apprentice

First Steps Day Nursery; Basildon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nursery in Basildon is seeking an apprentice to support and educate children in a warm and caring environment. As an apprentice, you will gain a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification while completing practical tasks and engaging with children according to the nursery's curriculum. This role entails working Monday to Friday from 9 am to 3 pm, learning necessary skills, and ensuring a safe environment for children.

Qualifications

• Gaining an Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship with Vocational Training Services.
• Completing tests and assignments.
• Participating in classes and workshops.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and caring for children individually.
• Interacting and educating children according to the curriculum.
• Observing health and safety codes.

Skills

Childcare support

Educational interaction

Health and safety compliance

Presentation skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification

Functional Skills English and Maths (if required)

Job description

Overview

First Steps is a privately owned nursery and out-of-school facility that has been established in Pitsea for 21 years. Our well-experienced staff are all fully qualified with DBS checks and have excellent references. Their aim is to provide a warm caring environment in safe and secure surroundings whilst allowing the children to have fun, make new friends and develop their skills by having their individual needs supported by a key person. We work closely with families, local children centres and schools to provide the best possible support for every child whilst on their journey to independence. We follow all regulatory requirements and are rated GOOD by OFSTED.

• The applicant would be expected to remain in our employment for at least one year
• After completing the apprenticeship course, there will be the opportunity to become a fully qualified working member of staff
• Supporting and caring for the children individually, interacting with them and educating them according to our curriculum
• Learning and developing practical skills
• Participating in classes and workshops both on and offsite
• Observing all health and safety codes
• Completing tests and assignments
• Delivering presentations to staff and other stakeholders
• This apprenticeship is work based and therefore training will take place at the workplace
• The successful candidate will have gained an Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship with Vocational Training Services after successful completion
• Functional Skills English and maths will also be completed if required
• Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
• First Aid

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 3.00pm.