At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's development and create a fun, safe learning environment.
- Company: High Hopes Day Nursery, a nurturing place for young minds.
- Benefits: Training, meals included, loyalty bonus, and a supportive team.
- Other info: 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, with ongoing training and support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable qualifications.
- Qualifications: GCSE Maths/English or willingness to learn; passion for child development.
The predicted salary is between 25704 - 31416 £ per year.
High Hopes Day Nursery are looking for a Nursery Apprentice who have a passion to work with children and would like to undertake a level 3 qualification.
To be considered for the Early Years Apprentice role you must have a love of children and a genuine warmth towards them!
Our Nursery Apprentices are part of our team who are capable individuals with a responsibility for caring for children and maintaining a high quality, stimulating learning environment.
They are warm and responsive, working flexibly and effectively as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of the nursery.
- Promote positive relationships in the setting.
- Promote the health, safety and well-being of the children.
- Support the children's development, learning and play.
- Support key persons carrying out all related responsibilities in building relationships with a group of children and their families; once confident be responsible for a small cohort of children within the room with the support of the staff and management.
- Contribute to the effectiveness of team work.
- To be a role model and be able to showcase high quality practice with regards to individual and group work with children.
- To take responsibility alongside the Nursery Management Team for the safety, security and well-being of all children, staff and visitors at all times.
- To ensure that safeguarding procedures are followed in line with Local Authority and Company procedures.
- To support the Nursery Management Team in supporting the nursery to reach an 'outstanding' grade with Ofsted.
- To embrace, understand and promote The Cheshire Day Nursery Group and to understand the role you play as part of the team to provide high levels of care and education.
- Things to
Consider: Induction and ongoing training and uniform Bank holidays and Christmas closure loyalty bonus Breakfast lunch and tea included Wellbeing treats Situated on a bus route Working Week 40 hours per week.
Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage
GCSE Maths/English or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the required level of functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
A desire to learn about child development Personal Qualities Calm Caring Approachable Friendly Fun Patience Reliable Professionalism Creative Skills Required Time management Organisation Flexibility and adapatability Teamwork Training to be Provided Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer.
They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
- Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
- Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
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Nursery Apprentice employer: Realise
Realise in Stratford-upon-Avon is an excellent employer for those passionate about early childhood education, offering a nurturing work culture that prioritises professional growth and development. As an Early Years Apprentice, you will benefit from hands-on training alongside experienced mentors, ensuring you gain valuable skills while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. The supportive team environment fosters collaboration and encourages personal development, making it an ideal place to start your career in early years education.
