Nursery Apprentice

Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Plymouth is seeking an Apprentice to support children and achieve a Level 2 qualification in Early Years. Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic about childcare, capable of working within a team, and willing to follow instructions in a supportive environment. Strong communication skills and a commitment to professional development are essential.

Qualifications

• Committed to entering a career in childcare and completing the required qualifications.
• Able to follow instructions and engage professionally with children.
• Willing to undergo a robust vetting process.

Responsibilities

• Support children in a childcare setting to create a safe and stimulating environment.
• Work as part of a team to deliver high standards of care and learning.
• Engage friendly with children and follow supervisor instructions.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working in childcare

Ability to interact with young children

Communication skills with colleagues and parents

Education

DfE recognised Early Years qualification

Job description

Overview

We have over thirty years of expert experience and an ethos to support children to become strong and motivated learners for life. We pride ourselves on providing a service to enable parents to work and live their daily lives knowing their children are cherished and cared for to the highest standard by our dedicated team of professional childcare colleagues.

A great opportunity has arisen for an Apprentice to join the team at Happy Days Nursery Derriford in Plymouth and undertake their Level 2 qualification in Early Years.

We are looking for someone who shares our enthusiasm for providing quality childcare:

• Do you have the enthusiasm and passion for working in childcare, whilst gaining a DfE recognised Early Years qualification?

• Are you looking for a role whereby you will be mentored and supported along the way?

• Would you like to be part of our team creating a safe and stimulating environment for our children, in line with the EYFS and Happy Days ethos?

If you answered yes to the above, you are one step closer to joining the Happy Days family.

Responsibilities

• Support children in a childcare setting and contribute to a safe and stimulating environment in line with the EYFS.
• Work as part of a team to deliver high standards of care and learning.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and engage with children in a friendly, professional manner.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Committed to entering a career in childcare and completing the required qualifications to achieve this.
• Able to interact with young children and have an understanding of child development.
• Confident to ask for help and guidance, listen to instruction and carry out requests related to all aspects of the nursery.
• Able to communicate with a wide range of people, including colleagues and parents.
• Willing to undergo a robust vetting process, including an enhanced DBS Check and Reference History Checks.

To apply for this job, please email your details to [e-mail].

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Education
• Industries: Education Administration Programs

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