The Little Village Nursery (Great Eccleston) are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprentice to join our friendly team. As a small, family-run nursery, we pride ourselves on providing a welcoming, home-from-home environment for both children and staff. You will be supported by an experienced team while working towards your Early Years qualification.
As an apprentice, you will work alongside experienced colleagues to help provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children can learn, play and develop. You will gain valuable hands-on experience in early years care and education, with plenty of guidance and support to help you build your skills and confidence.
Your day-to-day duties will include:
- Supporting children’s play, learning and development through activities and continuous provision
- Helping to prepare engaging indoor and outdoor learning areas
- Supporting children with their daily care routines
- Observing children and completing trackers
- Planning your own activities once you are settled and confident in the role
- Keeping play and learning areas clean and safe
- Following nursery policies and procedures, including safeguarding, confidentiality, health and safety, and inclusion
We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with children, is reliable, enthusiastic and keen to learn.
Employer Description
THE LITTLE VILLAGE NURSERY IS AN EARLY YEARS SETTING IN GREAT ECCLESTON, WE SUPPORT LOCAL FAMILIES BY OFFERING A WARM, NURTURING ENVIRONMENRT WHERE CHILDREN LEARN THROUGH PLAY, EXPLORATION AND POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS.
Working week
30.00
Wage (per hour)
8.00
Qualifications Required
- Level 2 a minimum of English and maths grades A*-D (9-3) (or equivalent) are desirable
- OR willingness to complete Functional Skills Level 1/2 which are a requirement to have or to achieve before EPA Gateway.
Skills Required
We are looking for someone who:
- Enjoys working as part of a team
- Is passionate about supporting children’s play, learning and development
- Is reliable and punctual
- Can build positive relationships and communicate effectively with children
About you
- Is kind, caring and nurturing
- Has a genuine enthusiasm for working with children
Training
Training to be provided
STANDARD & LEVEL
The successful candidate will work towards completing the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Standard from the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education.
Delivered by Blackpool and The Fylde College offering expert tuition and exceptional facilities.
Hourly Rate of Pay: £8-£9 per hour. Working Week: 30 hours over 4 days between 8:30 – 17:30
Full time position on successful completion of Apprenticeship.
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