L3 Early Years Educator Apprentice - SE6 1NG

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, caring, and motivated individual to begin a rewarding career in childcare. You will gain a nationally recognised qualification while working alongside an experienced and supportive team in a welcoming nursery environment. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young children, is eager to learn, and is committed to supporting children's development, wellbeing, and early learning.

Broadfields Day Nursery is a welcoming and nurturing nursery dedicated to providing high-quality childcare in a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment. The nursery is committed to supporting children's learning and development while helping apprentices build the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed for a successful career in the early years sector.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Support managers with the day-to-day running of the nursery
• Supervise and support children's learning and development at all times
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Liaise with and support parents and family members
• Assist with preparing lunches, snacks, and cleaning nursery equipment
• Comply with Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality where appropriate
• Work collaboratively as part of a dedicated nursery team
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, parents' evenings, and fundraising events
• Support the creation of a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
• Assist with daily nursery routines and activities
• Encourage children's learning through play and planned educational activities

During your apprenticeship, you will:

• Receive regular training and support from Excellence Solutions Limited
• Complete at least 20% off-the-job training
• Study towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
• Gain hands-on experience in a real working environment
• Develop knowledge of child development, safeguarding, and early years education
• Build the skills required for a long-term career in the childcare sector

Desired Qualifications:

• No formal qualifications required
• Previous childcare experience is not required

Skills:

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Team working
• Record keeping skills
• Planning skills
• Patience
• Reliability
• Professionalism

Preferred Attributes:

• Enthusiastic
• Good English communication skills
• Reliable and punctual
• Genuine passion for working with children
• Positive attitude
• Team player

Other Requirements:

• Enthusiastic about working with young children
• Interested in children's care, learning, and development
• Committed to providing high-quality childcare
• Positive approach to learning and developing new skills
• Able to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Comfortable working in a busy nursery environment
• Willing to attend occasional out-of-hours activities such as staff meetings, training sessions, parents' evenings, and fundraising events
• Genuinely wants to make a positive difference in children's lives

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect existing knowledge, skills, or experience.

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