Early Years Apprentice

You will monitor and track your childs development by carry out observations using our online learning journal, Tapestry.

Your will take ownership of the observation, assessments and planning for your key children in line with EYFS and provide developmentally challenging next steps.

You will be expected to regularly communicate and work in partnership with Parents/Carers and external agencies where needed.

Key Responsibilities:

To support children in developing confidence, independence by planning and implementing a high quality, play experiences To support children in taking and managing their own risks To treat each child as an individual and to ensure those needs are met As a keyworker, you will ensure every individual child’s needs are met, including supporting parents with any SEND needs To carry out observations using our online learning journal, Tapestry Take ownership of the observation, assessments and planning for your key children in line with EYFS and provide developmentally challenging next steps To regularly communicate and work in partnership with Parents/Carers To work to all the Nursery Policies, including Keeping Children Safe, Equal Opportunities, Data Protection and Confidentiality To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed, in accordance with the nursery aims and objectives

Training:

Early years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:

Apprentice will attend college 1 day a week during term time. 
Weekly rota will be provided Apprentice will work an 8-hour day between 7.45am – 5:30pm

Training Outcome:
Opportunity to continue into fulltime employment or progress onto a higher apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Little Saplings Day Nursery is a new setting which opened in September 2024. It is a newly renovated setting offering fantastic resources and large garden area. Our aim is to provide high quality childcare for children aged 0-4 years in a setting where children thrive in their learning and development.

Working Hours :
Monday – Friday (will attend college 1 day a week during term time). Weekly rota will be provided. Apprentice will work an 8-hour day between 7.45am – 5:30pm. 38 Hours a week(4 x 8 hour days and 6 hour day at college)

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Polite