Early Years Apprentice

To assist the pre-school team with the children and the administration To promote the work and image of the pre-school by always maintaining high standards of personal appearance and adopting a friendly, professional approach to parents, members of the public and the wider community To promote high standards, progression, continuity, and quality of learning To observe children as individuals and in groups and monitor behaviour progress and possible developmental needs To adhere to the pre-school’s policies with special reference to the learning support, safeguarding and child protection, equal opportunities policies, and to help promote inclusion Planning activities to ensure the progress and development of the children Overseeing activities of the children in order to ensure their safety To maintain, repair and clean any equipment e.g., books, aprons, dressing-up clothes, toys, games, etc., and to tidy up after use To be concerned with the general welfare of the children, including matters relating to personal hygiene and health Supervising the children at all snack and meal times to ensure dietary needs are met

Training:
An Early Years Educator Level 3 qualification will be achieved upon completion Training will be one day a week at Strode College, Street, Somerset Strode College will be managing the applications for this vacancy

Training Outcome:
A permanent position may be available for the right candidate

Employer Description:
Pilton Pre-school was established in 1966 (as Pilton Playgroup) and operates in the Methodist Chapel rooms alongside the chapel. It is set in the picturesque village of Pilton in Somerset which is easily accessible from the surrounding towns and villages of Glastonbury, West Pennard, North Wootton and Shepton Mallet to name but a few.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday between the hours of 08.45am - 04.00pm.Exact shifts to be agreed, term time only.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness