Nursery Educator Apprentice Berkhamsted

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On-site

GBP 23,000 - 28,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Holidays 23 days + 8 bank holidays

Wellness Day

Fiit fitness subscription

Discount membership card

Access to Flick training program

Job summary

Realise Training in Berkhamsted is seeking a Nursery Educator Apprentice to join the team on a 40-hour week, Mon-Fri, starting with a Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship. The role runs 7.30am–6.00pm on a rota basis, with training provided to support professional development.

You will contribute to activities, maintain child records, support integration for SEND, and work collaboratively to uphold high nursery standards.

Qualifications

Grade 4/C in English and Maths preferred.
Level 2 qualification or equivalent - preferred.
Punctuality and reliability are valued.
Good organisational, record keeping and planning skills.
Excellent communication with children, colleagues, advisors and parents/carers.

Responsibilities

Contributing to a planned programme of activities suitable for the age range of children.
Keeping a proper record of achievement file for key children, for parents/carers.
Working with parents/carers of children with special needs to provide integration.
Supporting staff and collaborating with the team.
Upholding nursery policies and safeguarding children.

Skills

Enthusiasm for children

Interest in development

Quality childcare commitment

Teamwork & training

Education

Grade 4/C in English & Maths

Level 2 qualification or equivalent

Job description

At kinderzimmer we create high-quality learning environments that put the child and their developmental needs first. kinderzimmer has over 10 years of experience in becoming one of Germany’s leading private early years education providers to over 4,500 children.

As a Nursery Apprentice, you will need to be available to work between 7.30am - 6.30pm on a rota basis, on a 40 hours a week contract.

You will play a significant role in ensuring the best possible Education and Childcare at kinderzimmer. Your duties and responsibilities will include:

Contributing to a planned programme of activities/lessons that are suitable for the age range of children, in collaboration with other staff.

Keeping a proper record of achievement file on key children, for parents/carer.

Working alongside parents/carer of special needs children to provide full integration in the Nursery setting.

Supporting all staff and working collaboratively.

Adhering to all policies and procedures to uphold standards within the Nursery Setting.

Safeguarding children by working to safeguarding policies.

Liaising with and supporting parents/carers and other family members.

Attending out-of-working-hours activities such as training, monthly staff meetings, parents/carers evenings, etc.

Being flexible within the working practices of the setting and helping where needed, including undertaking certain domestic jobs within the Setting, such as preparing snack meals and cleaning equipment.

Supporting internal and external inspections, including Ofsted.

Recording accidents in the accident book and ensuring that the manager is informed of the report before the parent receives it.

Looking upon the Setting as a "whole" to determine where help can be most utilised.

Being constantly aware of the needs of children.

Ensuring that each child is collected by someone known to the Setting.

Respecting the confidentiality of information received.

Preparing and completing activities to suit the child's stage of development.

Ensuring that mealtimes are a time of pleasant social sharing.

Toileting, washing, and changing children as required.

Ensuring that the Setting is of high quality to meet the needs of individual children from different cultures and religious backgrounds and stages of development.

Upholding the high profile of the Setting and its standards at all times.

Actively promoting and supporting the safeguarding of children and young people in the workplace and observing Setting policies and procedures.

Benefits

Holidays - 23 days & 8 bank holidays. Nursery closure during Christmas week
A Wellness Day. This day can be used when you need to take time off to recharge, refocus, or when you feel run down and need a day to rest and recover.
Discount membership card – a membership card that gives you access to hundreds of discounts, deals and offers on big-name brands both online and in store, PLUS a FREE tastecard, giving you access to top savings at big restaurants, pizza delivery, days out and more!
Access to Flick – a market leading training program to support professional growth.

You will have access to several CPD accredited courses to promote continuous professional development.

Working Week

Monday - Friday Shifts 7.30am - 6pm

Qualifications Required

Grade 4/C in English and Maths preferred.

Level 2 qualification or equivalent - preferred

Personal Qualities

Good organisational, record keeping and planning skills

Punctuality

Excellent communication skills, with children, colleagues, advisors and parents/carers.

Reliability and trustworthiness

A positive approach to inclusive practice, with children and colleagues

Skills Required

Enthusiasm for working with young children

An interest in the care, learning and development of young children

A commitment to the provision of high quality childcare

A positive approach to learning and gaining new skills through teamwork and training opportunities

Training to be Provided

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:

Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

Future Prospects

Opportunities to progress within the group

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