Job Overview
Carry out training as required, H&S, Safeguarding etc.
Carry out off the job hours.
Caring for the needs of children under 5 years old.
Planning activities and enhancing child development.
Responsibilities
The candidate will be trained in all aspects of Early Years education with regards to child development and specific care needs.
There will be training on health and safety and safeguarding and apprentices will be required to familiarise themselves with these practices.
There will be opportunities each week to spend time with different age groups and undertake and be involved in planning activities for children.
There will also be opportunities to complete written work and 'off the job hours'.
The nursery has an experienced staff training manager who will be available at all times to work alongside apprentices to guide them through the course requirements and help facilitate their training needs to work towards being a fully qualified early years practitioner.
Desired Skills
* Ability to work in a team.
* Ability to work on own initiative.
* Recognise the needs of children and understand their individual developmental needs.
* Willingness to learn new skills and undertake training where required.
Desired Personal Qualities
* Easy going and Affable.
* Works well with others.
* Keen and enthusiastic.
* Eager to learn.
Qualifications
GCSE English and maths at A*-C / 9-4 or equivalent.
Working Week
3 days apprentice hours to be arranged plus opportunity of 2 further days of full employment
£10.00 per hr at Apprenticeship rate plus minimum wage for any further hours rising with age and experience up to £13.00 per hour
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Pay: £7.55 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 03/11/2025