Early Years Apprentice
To deliver a high standard of learning, development and care for children aged 2-4 years
To ensure that the preschool nursery is a safe environment for children, staff and others
To develop partnerships with parents/carers to increase involvement in their child’s development & learning
Encourage the children to be as positive and independent as possible
To be responsible for any tasks delegated by the Deputy Manager/ Manager
To complete all academic aspects of the apprenticeship
To provide a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment, both indoors and outdoors, at all times where children are happy, secure and relaxed where they can learn and grow
To deliver an appropriate play based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum that enables children to make individual progress
To help ensure the preschool nursery meets Ofsted requirements at all times
To understand and work to preschool nursery policies and procedures ensuring they are put into practice, including how to deal with child protection/safeguarding issues appropriately and how to respond to incidents, accidents, complaints and emergencies
To be a key person
To ensure records are properly maintained, e.g. daily attendance register, accident records, nappy changing, food records & risk assessments etc
To liaise closely with parents/carers, informing them about the nursery and its curriculum, exchanging information about children’s progress and encouraging parents’ involvement
To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed, in accordance with the preschool aims and objectives
Undertake simple daily domestic duties and follow room routines as required
To ensure proper maintenance and high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, safety of toys and equipment in use and the general nursery space inside & outside E.g. cleansing of equipment, laundry, health and safety requirements
To assist with the supervision and simple preparation of snacks and meals as required
To ensure the physical wellbeing of all children by meeting individual care needs e.g. nappy changing, toilet training
Administer first aid (if holder of a current valid First Aid Certificate) and administer prescribed medicines, when required
To plan, implement and evaluate activities to provide an effective learning environment, working towards the Early Years Foundation Stage
Interact and communicate positively with children in ways which focus on their learning potential of the individual child
Carry out all activities within an equal opportunities and inclusive learning environment
Observe and plan for children’s individual needs, recording progress and achievements in their digital learning journeys with guidance and working alongside the childcare team
To undertake appropriate continuous professional development in fulfilling the requirements of the Apprenticeship Scheme, this includes attending College on a weekly basis
Meeting with Manager/Mentor on a monthly basis to review progress and achievements and identify areas to develop
Planning and carry out work based assessments with Assessor
To attend and participate in team meetings and undertake training as appropriate
To adhere to the dress code
Work with children during activities and supporting if needed
Assisting with the supervision of children during arrival and departure times
Maintain confidentiality at all times
To undertake any other duties as required by management, commensurate with the grade of the post
Training:
Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard
Location: Eastbourne Pre-School, Eastbourne Sports Complex, Bourne Avenue, Darlington DL11LJ
Working 5 days per week inclusive of 1 day release for study at Darlington College
The duration of this apprenticeship will be 21 months, including End Point Assessment
Training Outcome:
This is a great opportunity to develop with the company and have a rewarding career
This apprenticeship will give the successful candidate the qualifications to progress in a career in Childcare
Employer Description:
We are a local pre-school based with the Eastbourne area of Darlington for more than 20 years. We are based within Eastbourne Sports Complex and have the exclusive use of the large secure garden area alongside our playroom. We are known as a 'Messy Nursery' where we firmly believe that children learn through play, which will include Mud, Sand, Water, Paint, Glue & Paint and more on an daily basis. Our childcare is in a mixed aged room. As an Early Years provider, we spend a considerable amount of time outdoors with the children in all weathers. We offer places for the 30 Hours Funded Places for 2, 3 & 4 year olds and for the 2 Year Old Early Education, for eligible families; as well the Universal Funded places for 3 & 4 year old (both 15 free hours per week). We also welcome fee paying families. We provide childcare for children aged 2 – 4 years old. All staff are involved with the cleaning & up keeping of the nursery & garden space. We have been deemed ‘Good’ by Ofsted and consequently it can provide excellent training and opportunities for apprentices.
Working Hours :
Shift patterns to be confirmed. This position is Term Time only, 38 weeks per year and paid pro rata £8,607.
Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Empathy and understanding,Excellent verbal communication,Report writing,Calm, caring and compassionate,Commitment,Punctual,Reliable,Enthusiastic,Honest,Flexible,Trustworthy,Motivation and enthusiasm,Committed to quality,Good sense of humour,Friendly and approachable,Safeguarding