Apprentice Early Years Practitioner

Job description

Enchanted Lands Day Nursery is seeking an Early Years apprentice to work in our Kingsbury location. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals wanting to gain experience to begin a career in Early Years. You will be supported at every step, learning from our experienced nursery educators and gaining experience of all aspects of Early Years care.

Training provided
Successful candidate will be provided with the opportunity to complete a fully certified intermediate Apprenticeship in Children and Young Peoples Workforce

This is a fabulous opportunity to ‘earn whilst you learn’, gain a valid qualification and experience working alongside our qualified team in our enchanting nursery environment.

You’ll be trained to carry out the same post as a level 2/3 practitioner, providing safe, high quality education and care that meets the individual needs of the children attending our setting with the support of your assessor, mentor, manager and team.

Nursery Apprentice – What we can offer YOU!

· Ongoing personal and professional development

· 2 Weeks shut down at Christmas

· 2 Weeks shut down in August

· A great and friendly place to work

· The support of a very experienced team and Nursery Manager

Someone who …

· Holds a passion for education and educating our children.

· Believes in shaping a future for not only the children but themselves.

· Is articulate & friendly.

· Able to commit to the full apprenticeship programme.

· Holds a passion for learning about Childcare and reliable to boot.

Nursery Apprentice Role

· To undertake a developmental programme leading to an Early Years Qualification as part of an apprenticeship which is achieved within the given timescale.

· To actively participate in your own development plan working through the qualification with the qualification provider and with the nursery setting too.

· To undertake induction training in the nursery with a named mentor

· To keep your mentor informed of your progress and to raise any concerns or issues with them.

· To support the nursery staff to observe, plan and maintain accurate children’s records.

· To develop a sound understanding of Safeguarding Policies

· Undertake a shared responsibility for the care of children, health, safety and cleanliness throughout the nursery.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: £14,500.00-£18,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

School type:

• Day nursery
• Preschool
• Private nursery school

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
• Nursery experience: 1 year (preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
• Management: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Apprentice