At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and care for children aged 0-5, organising fun activities and fostering their development.
- Company: Join Playdays, a nurturing nursery focused on children's independence and creativity.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience while working towards an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare.
- Other info: Flexible shifts, supportive team, and potential for career progression to Level 3.
- Why this job: Kickstart your childcare career in a friendly environment that values growth and learning.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed, just a passion for working with young children.
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 years 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.
Our aim is to help each child reach the highest degree of independence and confidence, as well as to discover their own strengths academically and creatively, and to pave the way for them to go on and be happy and inquisitive at school.
Here at Playdays each individual child is cared for and taught in a traditional and homely manner, in an environment that is both stimulating and fun. Playdays offers excellent quality care for children aged three months to five years from a variety of Nursery Nurses, Nursery Assistants and Nursery teachers. For the older children we introduce many subjects such as practical life, sensorial, language, maths, cultural subjects and general knowledge. More activities include French, swimming, computers, music and movement, art, craft, sand and water play, and not forgetting outdoor activities also our aim is to provide each child with the confidence to excel!
Your role will include:
- Working with children between the ages of 0-5 years, organising activities, and 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 is carried out and is provided throughout your role in a positive manner
- To 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
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 a Level 3 after that.
Skills Required:
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Number skills
- Analytical 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 to Friday, varied shifts between 8.00am - 6.00pm
- Expected Duration: 1 Year
- Training Provider: PARENTA TRAINING LIMITED
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner – Apprentice Nursery Assistant employer: Playdays Nurseries
Parenta Training offers a nurturing and supportive environment for aspiring childcare professionals, where you can kickstart your career as an Early Years Practitioner. With a focus on traditional teaching methods and a commitment to fostering independence and confidence in children, you'll benefit from hands-on experience while working alongside dedicated colleagues. The opportunity for growth is significant, as successful apprentices may progress to higher qualifications, all within a fun and friendly nursery setting that prioritises the well-being and development of every child.
