Childcare Apprenticeship - Leicester

We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Early Years Apprentice to join our friendly team in our Pre-school and Toddler Room. This is an exciting opportunity to begin your career in early years' education while gaining hands-on experience and working towards a recognised qualification.

You will learn about child development, how children learn through play, and the importance of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in supporting children’s growth and learning.

Main Responsibilities:

Learn and support staff in providing high-quality care and education for children. Develop an understanding of child development and how to promote learning through play. Learn how to plan and observe activities in line with the EYFS Framework. Support the team with setting up and tidying away activities and resources. Engage positively with children, promoting their curiosity, independence, and wellbeing. Build good relationships with colleagues, children, and families. Learn about safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality in a childcare setting. Observe children’s play and learning, to help staff plan for their next steps. Maintain punctuality and consistent attendance. Participate in training sessions and be eager to ask questions and learn.

Essential Qualities:

Friendly, approachable, and enjoys working with young children. Enthusiastic and keen to learn new skills. Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team. Reliable, punctual, and committed to completing apprenticeship training. Willingness to follow guidance and take initiative when appropriate.

Benefits:

Transport: Street parking available. Frequent public transport links nearby. Lunch: Breaks provided according to shift length. You may bring your own lunch, or there are shops nearby. Term Time Only: The nursery is open during term time only.

Training:

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 studies.

This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 18-month apprenticeship, you will have gained Early Years Educator Level 3.

Training Outcome:

Possibility of a full-time role after the completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
The Leicester Islamic Academy (LIA) is one of the oldest independent Muslim schools in Britain. It was established in 1981 as an independent Muslim school and started with just seven girls of secondary age.

Working Hours :
Monday-Friday (shifts between 08:00-17:00).

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills