Cathedral View Childcare are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Trainee Nursery Practitioner within our Baby Room at Central Ely
This position is suitable only for those aged 18 or older due to the shift lengths required. Applicant will have the opportunity (depending on grades and experience) to complete a full early years qualification as either and apprentice or adult learner whilst earning alongside.
Days Required are Monday -Friday - Full Time hours.
Our settings are a fantastic place to work, with a focus on progression, a real team spirit and a passion for working with children. We aspire to be outstanding in all we do and we welcome applications from like-minded persons. In return we offer NEST pension provision, paid holiday, continuous professional development and a good working environment with lots of support from the Management. The setting is closes its doors on December 23rd each year and does not reopen until the new year, allowing all staff to enjoy the festive period.
Throughout your role you are not alone, Cathedral View offer you full training, support and guidance to help you progress your career.
* Working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, organising activities, being pro-active with the help and care carried out within the early years teaching sector.
* Assisting and meeting the personal/emotional needs of individual children; changing nappies, feeding, caring and establishing a relationship with children.
* To contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children. This includes creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities.
* Help with maintaining a high level of cleanliness throughout the nursery, ensure the setting is well presented each day and safe.
* Retaining confidentiality at all times.
* Attending team meetings and contribute relevant ideas.
Applicants Please Note : We are committed to Safeguarding and will need a full DBS check as well as 2 suitable references for this role.
This could be your perfect role if you are…
Ready to embark on an exciting career journey – no two days will be the same.
* Full of smiles – attending nursery should be something all children look forward to, and you will play a big part in making sure each child feels at ease from the moment they arrive.
* Have a love for working with children – singing nursery rhymes, expressive arts and crafts, toilet training and teaching essential skills, are just a snapshot of some the activities you will participate in.
* A confident communicator – through regular communication, you will get to know the families and will build a trusting rapport with them.
* A true team player – you are an active participant and will exhibit commitment to the team in working co-operatively and providing support to the other Nursery Nurses.
* Passionate about making a difference – there is no other job quite like this that gives you that rewarding feeling of helping others.
Desired skills
* Good communication skills
* Demonstrate good interpersonal skills
* Ability to learn and use our progress tracking system
Desired personal qualities
* Shows commitment and interest in wanting to establish a career in Early Years
* Reliable and punctual
* Honest and trustworthy
* Be willing to work as part of the team and on own initiative.
* Passionate and caring towards children
Future prospects
Opportunity to complete further training and progress into a supervisory position.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £7.55-£12.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
Application question(s):
* Do you hold GCSE English at Grade 4 or above? (This question simply allows us to establish which training level you would be eligible for)
* Do you hold GCSE maths at grade 4 or above? (This question simply allows us to establish which training level you would be eligible for)
Work Location: In person