Annual wage £14,144.00 to £25,282.40 The rate of pay will be dependent on age and in line with the national living wage. 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 Monday to Friday between, 7:30 am and 6:00 pm, shifts to be confirmed at interview. Total hours per week: 42.5 (the hours are based on the candidate being over 18) Expected duration 18 Months Possible start date 20 May 2024 Date posted 19 Mar 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000238588 Positions 2 available What you will do in your working day Main Duties to Include: Implement and promote all Nursery Policies and procedures Provide a secure, caring and friendly stimulating educational environment To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Nursery Manager or Deputy Nursery Manager Ensure children’s records are kept up to date Act as a positive practice role model to ensure that the nursery 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 Liaise with parents and carers, keeping them informed of activities Be sensitive and responsive to the needs of children, parents and carers as well as other members of staff Work as part of a team Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents Support a commitment to the theory and practice of equal opportunities Feedback any issues or opportunities identified around the site that could impact on the quality of care provided Support the team in the upkeep of base rooms, displays resources etc Maintain a positive attitude at all times and ensure confidentiality is maintained Be aware of the high reputation and uphold its standards Attend and participate in out-of-work activities e.g. parents evenings, staff meetings Be flexible with working practices of the setting Undertake any other duties as reasonably requested by line management The training you will be getting Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard, which includes an Early Years qualification and a Paediatric First Aid qualification Apprenticeship learning is to take place in the workplace, method to be confirmed What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship Once qualified, progression is offered to the correct candidate, this could be full support to move into more senior positions once trained. Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience Qualifications GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C / 4 and above) Essential Other Early Years Level 2 (Grade Pass) Desired