Annual wage £9,984.00 Wages explained Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). Minimum Wage Rates Working week The working week will be Monday to Friday. Shifts will vary each week between 7:30am to 6pm. (For example, working 9am to 5pm) Total hours per week: 30 Expected duration 21 Months Possible start date 24 Jun 2024 Date posted 03 May 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000248816 Positions 2 available What you will do in your working day To effectively deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage in line with current practice and guidelines To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager Implement and promote all Nursery policies and procedures Undertake a proactive key person role and build positive relationships with parents/carers and other professionals to support the individual needs of every child Provide a secure, caring, friendly and stimulating educational environment, both indoors and outdoors, at all times Contribute to the planning and develop enriching activities which ensure each child is working towards the early learning outcomes Ensure children’s records are maintained and kept up to date including records of children’s development and learning journeys Act as a positive practice role model to ensure that the Nursery’s values are maintained Maintain high standards of safety, hygiene and cleanliness at all times Ensure that all rooms and outside areas are clean and tidy after use Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, and observe and follow the health and safety policy and procedures at all times Liaise with parents and carers, keeping them informed of activities undertaken, their child’s progress with these activities, as well as the child’s general development and wellbeing Be sensitive and responsive to the needs of children, parents and carers and other members of staff Support a commitment to the theory and practice of equal opportunities Demonstrate initiative and get involved at all times to make a difference to the quality of care that the Nursery provides Feedback any issues or opportunities identified around the site that could impact on the quality of care provided Support team in the upkeep of base rooms, displays, resources, etc. Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, visitors and work colleagues Ensure confidentiality, where appropriate, is maintained Be aware of the high reputation of the setting and uphold its standards at all times, both within work hours and outside Work as part of a team to ensure good communication Attend and participate in out of work activities, e.g. training, staff meetings, parent events/consultation 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. Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as reasonably requested by line management The training you will be getting Level 3 Early Years Educator Standards. Apprentices will undertake their training within the rooms as well as having time out of the rooms to participate in seminars, continue written work and attend meetings with tutors etc. We also provide in house training to support our staff continuous professional development: Fire training Baby training Safer food better business Annual safeguarding training Mode of delivery: A mix of blended learning including day release in college, online classes and tutor workplace visits Course content: The Level 3 Apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with the workplace, you will be expected to attend college/online meetings and face to face meetings with your tutor, where you will gain knowledge and understanding of working within the early years sector. You will develop skills on the job where you will be supported by a workplace mentor. An Assessor from Leeds City College will visit you on a regular basis to support your learning journey. The Apprenticeship Standards comprises of: Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours for the Level 3 Early Years Educator Functional Skills qualifications: Level 2 Functional Skill in English Level 2 Functional Skill in maths Training will include paediatric first aid qualification End point assessment: Observation of practice with question and answer Professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship Permanent position Progression within the rooms Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Team working, Creative, Patience, Reliability & trustworthiness, Calm and caring Qualifications GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A-C / 4-9) Essential GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A-C / 4-9) Essential Things to consider Please apply for the role, as soon as possible as we are interviewing suitable candidates as and when we receive applications. Therefore the role may close before the advertised closing date. Employer may consider applicant with less experience or education background to a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprentice position. You can review the current Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage guide (ANMW): https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates DBS Check upon starting, free parking and pension scheme.