Practitioner Apprentice

Leeds City Council; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Leeds is seeking an individual to provide high-quality care and education for children. Key responsibilities include observing children's development and supporting families, while ensuring compliance with council policies. Candidates must possess a GCSE in English and have the right to work in the UK, with a desirable maths qualification. This role offers a chance to make a direct impact on children's lives and support for their educational needs.

Qualifications

• Must have the right to work in the UK (UK or Irish citizenship, EU Settlement Scheme, or relevant work visa).
• If sponsored, meet the standard salary threshold of £41,700 per year or satisfy other sponsorship criteria.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality care and education for all children.
• Follow Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Observe and monitor children’s development.
• Report any suspicious or suspected non-accidental injury.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Team working

Initiative

Non‑judgemental

Patience

Physical fitness

Commitment

Trustworthy and reliable

Punctual and hardworking

Education

GCSE in English (grade C / 4) or equivalent

Maths (grade C / 4) desirable

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality care and education for all children and support for families.
• Provide a broad and balanced Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum that meets national and local standards.
• Follow Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and the Early Support Programme for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and implement that learning in the workplace.
• Observe and monitor children’s development, contribute to written reports of their progress and implement that learning in the workplace.
• Report any suspicious or suspected non‑accidental injury in accordance with Departmental Child Protection Procedures and Local Safeguarding Children Board Procedures (West Yorkshire Consortium Procedure Manual).
• Understand and support Leeds City Council and Departmental Policies, including Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety.
• Undertake other duties commensurate with the post or grade.
• Undertake the accountabilities of the post in accordance with Council policies, including Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety.
• Refer parents and families to support where necessary.
• Report any injury or accident ensuring the health and safety of the individual is maintained.
• Take responsibility for a group of children during any building evacuation.
• Provide educational visits for children and families, observing Health and Safety policies.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Comply with Council values, behaviours and codes of conduct.
• Commit to continuous improvement and work towards delivering the Best City ambitions of Health & Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon.
• Understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.
• Carry out all duties with regard to an employee's responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.
• Participate in training and development activities (appraisal, training, etc.).
• Be aware of, comply with, and support difference, ensuring equality for all working in an anti‑discriminatory manner.
• Recognise and challenge incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation or abuse, reporting concerns to the appropriate person.
• Work flexibly within the Council’s flexibility protocol.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non‑judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness
• Commitment
• Trustworthy and reliable
• Punctual and hardworking

Requirements

• GCSE in English (grade C / 4) or equivalent; Maths (grade C / 4) desirable.
• Right to work in the UK (UK or Irish citizenship, EU Settlement Scheme or relevant work visa).
• If sponsored, must meet the standard salary threshold of £41,700 per year or satisfy other sponsorship criteria for the Skilled Worker visa.

This role is based in the United Kingdom. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement Scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.

If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for this role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria.

Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.