Job Description You will be working with children aged 2-5years old. To provide the highest level of care and education for children attending term-time only Pre-School. Whilst you are gaining hands-on experience in a high-quality childcare setting you will be working towards recognised childcare qualifications. Day-Day Responsibilities Ensuring that the children’s individual needs are identified and met. You will be expected to promote positive relationships between the children and will be expected to develop friendly and professional relationships with parents and carers. You will also be expected to be a positive, practical role model for the children, whilst supervising and supporting them at all times. You will ensure that the children are kept safe and that you fully understand and follow Safeguarding Procedures. Your duties will be dependent on your level of qualification but they will also include a wide range of interactive tasks, including setting up activities for the children, reading stories, playing games, helping at meal times, assisting with nappy changing and toileting and any other duties as necessary, along with joining in with play and creative activities, as this will be an important part of the role You will also help to ensure that practice and provision in the Pre-School meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. You will adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures and be fully aware of all emergency and security procedures. The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. This job description may be reviewed in the future. IND01 Skills Required Communication skills Creative Initiative Patience Training Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry. It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact. This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study. This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Early Years Practitioner – Level 2 or 3. Prospects A potential for a full-time role, for the right applicant, upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.