At a Glance
- Tasks: Support educators in delivering a fun and enriching curriculum for children aged 0-5.
- Company: Join Monkey Puzzle, an award-winning nursery group dedicated to high-quality childcare.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, receive training, and enjoy guaranteed full-time employment after your apprenticeship.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic team atmosphere with opportunities for further study and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed, just a passion for working with children and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 30000 £ per year.
Introduction
The role of a Nursery Apprentice is to work alongside the management team to provide a high level of professional care and educational enrichment to all children in the setting.
About the Employer
Monkey Puzzle is part of an award‑winning nursery group, offering high quality childcare in a specially equipped nursery for children aged three months to five years old.
They also offer multi‑sports, cooking, sing‑and‑sign and Yoga to ensure the children have every opportunity to develop holistically.
Onsite chef produces a varied and delicious menu providing nutritious meals for the children and staff.
The Early Years Team excels in teamwork and will deliver an outstanding learning experience and support you to develop your skills through innovative training.
What You'll Do
- Support fellow educators/practitioners to deliver the setting’s curriculum and standard of practice
- Work towards an early years qualification with support from the setting’s staff and training provider
- Seek support from members of the team to assist your learning
- Work closely with children aged 0‑5 years old, looking after their daily needs such as feeding, nappy changing and toileting
- Work as part of a team to deliver and meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage for all children
- Plan, provide and support age‑appropriate play opportunities in line with the curriculum and individual needs of the children in your care
- Ensure safeguarding and welfare of all children in your care
- Observe, assess and record children’s learning and development progress
- Provide an enabling environment that meets the needs of each unique individual child
- Build and maintain positive relationships with parents/carers
- Adhere to and follow the setting’s policies and procedures
- Attend regular team meetings
- Ensure standards of health and safety, hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times
- Attend additional training events and meetings as identified by the Setting Manager for training requirements
- Training Outcome
Upon completion of this apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity for further study completing the Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner course.
The employer guarantees full‑time permanent employment upon completion of this apprenticeship.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
- Course Information
- Course: Early years educator (Level3)
- Level: 3
- Route: Education and early years
- Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
- Working Arrangements
- Working Week: 35 hours a week with 20% of employed time guaranteed to complete assignments with support of a tutor. Exact working days and hours TBC
- Expected Duration: 1 Year6 Months
- Training Provider: WMCTRAININGLTD
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Nursery Apprentice employer: OMRAJ CHILDCARE LTD
Monkey Puzzle is an exceptional employer, renowned for its commitment to providing high-quality childcare and educational enrichment in a nurturing environment. With a focus on teamwork and professional development, employees benefit from innovative training opportunities and the chance to work closely with children aged 0-5 years, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career path. The onsite chef's nutritious meals and the diverse range of activities offered, such as multi-sports and yoga, further enhance the vibrant work culture, making it an ideal place for aspiring nursery professionals.
