At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and care for children aged 0-5, organising fun activities and ensuring a safe environment.
- Company: Join Discovery Vine, a nurturing nursery led by qualified childcare professionals.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience while working towards an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare.
- Other info: Flexible hours, supportive team, and potential for career progression to Level 3.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in childcare and make a positive impact on young lives.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed, just a passion for working with children and teamwork skills.
The predicted salary is between 24420 - 30000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity to begin your career in childcare with Parenta Training, working in an early year setting. Become an apprentice in one of our fun and friendly nurseries working with children aged from birth to five years, gaining experience while you learn.
About the Employer
Discovery Vine is owned and managed by Jane Shepherd and Lynda Garbutt who are both qualified to degree level in childcare and have been awarded Early Years Professional Status. They ensure Discovery Vine is high quality by meeting all legal responsibilities to provide consistent care that does not put your child's safety and welfare at risk and only employing suitable staff with relevant training, qualifications and experience. All staff are subjected to an enhanced criminal record check prior to working with children.
What You'll Do
- Working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, organising activities, being proactive with the help and care carried out within the early years teaching sector.
- Assisting and meeting the personal/emotional needs of individual children - changing nappies, feeding, caring and establishing a relationship with children.
- Work (under supervision), providing all aspects of care/support to children, ensuring they take part in day-to-day learning and play activities.
- Ensure that the setting is safe, clean and well-presented.
- Collaborate with colleagues, ensuring the highest standards of work are carried out and are provided throughout your role in a positive manner.
- Contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children by creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities.
- Attend team meetings and contribute relevant ideas.
- Be able to understand and implement the setting’s confidentiality policy.
- Contribute towards an effective and supportive team environment.
Training Outcome
When you have successfully completed your apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to continue with an exciting career in childcare. Initially, you will be working towards an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare, with a chance to progress to Level 3 after that.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Course Information
Course: Early years practitioner (level 2)
Level: 2
Route: Education and early years
Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday - Friday, 25 hours per week with varied shifts from 7.30am to 6.00pm.
Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months
Training Provider: PARENTA TRAINING LIMITED
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner in a Nursery – Apprentice Nursery Assistant in Preston employer: Longsands Pre-School, Before/After School Clubs & Holiday Club
Discovery Vine offers a nurturing and supportive environment for aspiring childcare professionals, where you can kickstart your career as an Early Years Practitioner. With a strong emphasis on employee development, you will receive hands-on training while working alongside experienced staff in a fun and friendly nursery setting. The company prioritises the welfare of both children and employees, ensuring a safe and stimulating atmosphere that fosters personal and professional growth.
Contact Details:
Longsands Pre-School, Before/After School Clubs & Holiday Club Recruitment Team
