Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 5 - Bumpers Nursery

A brand new family-owned independent nursery with two settings, one is situated in the heart of Trowbridge town centre above Baloos Softplay Centre.

We provide full day care for children aged 2 – 5 years old here.

The other in Melksham town, along Spa Road.

Where we provide full day care for children aged 0- 5 years old.

Join the team at Bumpers Nursery and train towards an Early Years Lead Practitioner apprenticeship.

The purpose of the job is to:

• Support the Management in establishing ‘Excellence in childcare with a difference’.
• Maintain a high standard of leadership and personal development for both staff and children.
• To Liaise with all other team leaders.

Main responsibilities:

• To ensure our mission statement is upheld. ‘Excellence in childcare with a difference’
• To support Management and in the absence of either the Manager or Deputy undertake day to day duties such as staff ratio’s, emails and phone messages.
• To be responsible for the induction of new staff in the team.
• To be responsible for staff appraisals, PDP and TNA.
• To implement and monitor area business plan including cascading training.
• To be responsible for area meetings and support management meetings.
• To support effective communication with key members of senior staff – Management, Senco, Team leaders, Mentors and Assessors.
• To support when necessary the disciplinary procedure.
• Ensure that the Nursery is effectively marketed to prospective clients.
• To be responsible for the induction of new parents and children
• To be responsible for learning journeys for appointed key children and those of your team.
• To assist with implementing ILP for SEN
• Liaise with the parents/guardians regarding their child’s progress during the day and be available for parents to meet with regarding key children.
• To participate with core training when provided by management
• To support Parent’s evenings and social events
• To be responsible for effective communication and liaison between Nursery staff and parents.
• To support and monitor an effective behaviour management policy.
• To be responsible for the implementation of the National care standards in accordance with Ofsted, Equality act, Westview’s policy and procedures and staff Handbook.
• Implement the Early Years Foundation Stage throughout the day including record keeping, planning and ensure daily observations are taken on all children.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• A Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) is required.
• Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting is essential.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development.
• Ability to work well within a team and contribute to a positive working environment.
• First Aid qualification (or willingness to complete one).
• Experience with planning and delivering learning activities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Desirable Skills & Attributes:

• First Aid qualification (or willingness to complete one).
• Experience with planning and delivering learning activities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Skills required

• Customer care skills
• Logical
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Physical fitness

Training to be provided

You will be supported by a trainer throughout your apprenticeship.

Things to consider

This is a physical and active role and you will need to be alert and have the ability to get involved.

Level 5 Early Years Apprenticeship with the opportunity for a permanent position and further training.

Location

Bumpers Nursery – Trowbridge
17 Silver Street,
Trowbridge,
Wiltshire,England.
BA14 8AE

At a Glance

Salary:
£ 26416per year

Working week:
Monday – Friday 8.30 – 5.30

Duration:
24 Months

Apprenticeship standard:
Early years lead practitioner (Level 5)