Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship

Provide high quality care and activities for children which recognise both individual and group requirements Work alongside parents and other family members and make them feel welcome To commit to continuous professional development opportunities as deemed necessary. Monitor, identify and evaluate areas of improvement Deliver childcare in a way that meets parents’ needs and work in partnership with them, providing high levels of customer care at all times Interact and support children of all age groups as required Ensure the highest standard of child safety is always paramount within the nursery Complete relevant paperwork associated with the children and nursery requirements Nappy changing Supporting mealtimes Outdoor play Planning of activities and care Setting up and clearing away activities Child observations Some cleaning duties will also be involved

Training:

Apprentices will be allocated a Trainer Assessor and training will be planned and delivered in conjunction with the employer to meet the individual needs of the apprentice.

The apprentice will spend 20% of their working hours in off-the-job activities and training. On-the-job and off-the-job training will be delivered in the workplace.

Training Outcome:

Possible progression on to Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship and/or a permanent position within the company.

Employer Description:
Sara Atkinson Day Nursery is an independent nursery school in Sutton in Ashfield which provide OFSTED registered and inspected childcare for babies and children aged up to 11 years old.

Working Hours :
Monday – Thursday on a shift basis. Working hours between 9am and 6pm. Term-time only (38 weeks per year).

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience