Apprentice Nursery Practitioner

Main activities/tasks:

Willingness to attend in-house and external training to gain knowledge and comprehension of the EYFS. This will include on-the-job training from more senior members of staff To support all nursery practitioners in providing stimulating and exciting activities to incorporate the EYFS, and cater to the individual children’s interests Build up a sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage through training and experience Understands the principles of the key person systems When deemed suitable all modern apprentices will be allocated key children When applicable, good knowledge of their key children and their individual needs, which includes planning, observations and implementing of the activities When applicable, baseline assessments such as summative assessments to be completed every 3 months, which includes the tracking system to monitor the children’s progress Devise displays of children’s achievements, taking into account the presentation of the display Ensure systems are followed for all health and safety routines. i.e. - Risk assessments, signing in themselves, visitors and children in and out of the building Assist staff to create a stimulating environment both in and outdoors Share ideas with the team to ensure the children are happy and learning Responsible for ensuring medication is administered to key children at the correct times and all applicable paperwork is completed daily To have knowledge and promote fundamental British values with in the setting Build up a sound knowledge of safeguarding, including the prevent strategy Supporting colleagues in the room by providing assistance in daily routines To provide the highest standard of care for the children in the room ensuring you are a good role model by demonstrating your own Social, Physical and Intellectual skills Working towards a level 2 qualification Attend staff meetings as required Ensure compliance with the Nursery Health and Safety Plan
Undertake domestic chores applicable to the setting, i.e. general cleaning of equipment, areas, and ensure good standards of safety and hygiene are maintained throughout the setting Assist in snack preparations and other daily duties Maintain good standards of hygiene and cleanliness at all times Be aware of any allergies that children have in setting Attend supervisions and be honest about your responses Ensure the confidentiality of any information received regarding the children, their families and other staff members To work within the guidelines of all the settings policies and procedures, contract and employee handbook To work within the guidelines set out by learning provider Build up strong relationships with parents/carers, staff and children, ensuring you are approachable at all times to discuss any queries/concerns Liaising with parents and other professionals where applicable Be aware of risks and undertake any risk assessments necessary, with supervision of room leader if needed Ensure risk assessment monitoring sheets are signed daily To carry out any other reasonable additional duties as requested by your supervisor and/or Nursery Manager from time to time To attend staff meetings, professional development training and any other events as requested by your Nursery Manager The role will require involvement in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, staff meetings, open days, Christmas parties, etc. Working in a nursery will involve working shift patterns including early morning starts and early evening finishes. The role may include long periods of time standing

Training:

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:

Level 2 Technical Certificate Level 1/2 Functional Skills in English, maths, and ICT (if required) Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) End-Point Assessment (EPA)

Training Outcome:

Possibility of securing a permanent position within the nursery on completion of the Level 2 Apprenticeship programme. 

We are open to recruiting someone who already holds a L2 Early Years qualification, so please also apply. You will then work towards a L3 Early Years Educator.

Employer Description:
Starjumps opened in 2009, offering both full and part time sessions to children aged 3months-5 years. The team at Starjumps understand choosing a childcare setting is one of the most difficult decisions a parent/carer will make, so we pride ourselves on working closely in partnership with parents/carers from the very beginning to ensure we offer you a safe, caring and happy environment for your child!

Working Hours :
Hours are to be confirmed at the interview. However, the nursery is open 7.30am - 6.00pm, so early starts and late finishes may be needed. Shifts TBD.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Good attendance record,Flexible,Can Do Attitude,Caring