At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's development and care in a nurturing nursery environment.
- Company: Family-run nursery with a strong ethos and community involvement since 1995.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, training, and potential career progression.
- Other info: Opportunity to progress to a full-time Early Years Practitioner role.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while learning valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for working with children and GCSEs in Maths and English.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 30000 £ per year.
Ladybirds Nursery are looking for an apprentice eligible to complete their level 3 apprenticeship in Early Years. As an apprentice, you will be trained to undertake the same responsibilities as an Early Years Practitioner, supported by an award-winning training provider.
We are a group of nurseries which has been run by the same family since 1995. Since then, we have always maintained a strong family ethos and invite our parents to be involved every step of the way. This is something that we believe to be at the heart of Ladybird and vital to our nurseries. With a wealth of experience and knowledge in providing the best education and care for children, we believe in creating a warm, nurturing and home-from-home environment, allowing each child to fulfil their potential in the early years.
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff. Ladybird Nursery Chalfont are delighted to have an opportunity for an Apprentice to join their team. As an Early Years Apprentice, you will be trained on-the-job to give you a true representation of what it is like to work in a day nursery. You will be allocated a buddy who you will work alongside, and you will work towards undertaking the role of a key person. Within the role of apprentice, you will attend training days with our training providers.
Duties:
- You will work as part of a team planning, monitoring and evaluating activities for children from birth to approximately five years of age.
- You will be responsible for the care and education of the children in the room within a key person structure.
- Support in ensuring the environment is stimulating and appropriate including layout, display of resources, displays and equal opportunities.
- Assist with the daily, weekly and monthly checks around the nursery.
- Ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of the children in the room at all times is essential.
- You will work to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework.
- To support qualified staff with daily routines in the nursery.
- To learn the skills of a nursery nurse, on-the-job, working practically as part of the team.
- To learn how to provide high-quality childcare to our children.
- Understand the importance of keeping everyone safe and the part you play.
- To never be left unsupervised with the children.
- To gain a good understanding of child development and how this is important when caring for children.
- To contribute/complete children’s observations and records where required.
About you:
- You should have a strong interest in working with children to help them develop and grow.
- You should show the dedication to be able to complete the apprenticeship.
- You need to have at least a C/4-5 Grade in GCSE maths or English or be willing to complete your functional skills alongside your apprenticeship.
- You should demonstrate a good work ethic and be able to communicate effectively with the people around you, making sure that you treat both other staff and children with respect and care at all times.
Training Outcome:
On completion of your level 3 apprenticeship (12-15 months), there may be opportunities to be promoted to a full-time Early Years Practitioner and we will work with you to create a continuous development plan and learning pathway to reach your future career goals within the Early Years sector.
Skills Required:
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non-judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Qualifications:
- Desired - GCSE - English - 4
- Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4
Course Information:
- Course: Early years educator (level 3)
- Level: 3
- Route: Education and early years
- Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements:
- Working Week: Monday - Friday (shifts agreed at offer stage).
- Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Training Provider: REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED
Early Years Educator Apprentice - Level 3 Ladybird Nursery Chalfont employer: LADYBIRD NURSERIES LONDON LIMITED
At Ladybird Nurseries London Limited, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and nurturing employer that values the growth of our apprentices. Our family-run ethos fosters a warm work culture where you can build meaningful relationships while receiving comprehensive training and development opportunities. Located in the heart of London, we offer a unique chance to gain practical experience in early years education, ensuring a rewarding and fulfilling career path.
Contact Details:
LADYBIRD NURSERIES LONDON LIMITED Recruitment Team
