Early Years Apprenticeship

This is an exciting opportunity for an apprentice to join our dedicated and caring early years team under the direction of the nursery manager, to enable children to engage in a range of play and learning opportunities and to participate in the day-to-day running of the nursery whilst working towards a L2 Early Years qualification.

The duties and responsibilities involved in this role include:

• Support child initiated and adult led activities based around the needs and interests of each individual child.
• Contribute to the planning and organise activities and children’s individual experiences which will support and extend the children’s learning in line with the EYFS framework.
• Support children’s learning through planned, purposeful play opportunities and educational programmes and working as part of a team to ensure each child feels safe and secure.
• Use play to support children to understand and encourage healthy life choices.
• Communicate and engage with children to support their learning and development.
• Support the wellbeing of all children including those with additional needs and disabilities.
• Identify issues of safeguarding and child protection, ensuring that the welfare and health and safety of children is promoted and safeguarded and to report any child protection concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
• Support the observation and assessment of each child and contribute to their learning experiences and assist with the care needs of the individual child such as teeth, skin, hair, feeding, changing nappies and toileting under direction of a more senior member of the team.
• Working in partnerships with other colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals, with support from a more senior member of the team, to meet the individual needs of each child. 
• Support the collection of accurate and up-to-date records which identify children’s individual needs, abilities and progress and use these as a basis for future planning.
• Work in partnership with other colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals to meet the individual needs of each child in line with school policies and procedures.
• Use knowledge of child development to work with parents and carers to improve children outcomes and wellbeing, including those with disabilities and additional needs.

General:

• Work within policies and procedures at all times and support staff to adhere to them.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Keep records as required.
• Maintain positive working relationships with relevant external professionals.
• Support and develop an environment which is inclusive for all and recognises and encourages diversity.
• Represent the setting professionally at all times, maintaining the settings integrity and being open to both giving and receiving feedback.
• Undertake any other duties as reasonably directed by line manager or SLT.
• Complete apprenticeship assignments and coursework to agreed deadlines.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Level 2 Technical Certificate
• Level 1/2 Functional Skills in English, maths, and ICT (if required)
• Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)
• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)
• End-Point Assessment (EPA)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Potential progression onto a L3 EYE upon completion of the Level 2.

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Organisation skills, Number skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Employer Name

Chuckles Private Day Nursery

About the employer

Chuckles Private Day Nursery is based in Dewsbury. It was established in 1990, and has been owned by Faye Wilson since 2006. We welcome children from aged 6 months to 5 years. We are open 51 weeks a year from 7.30am -5.45pm. Our Nursery is Ofsted Rated ‘Good’. We’re professional, caring and always focused on the individual needs of your child. Our team is friendly, qualified and highly experienced – this is just one of the many reasons why parents choose us. Our approach to childcare and early years education promotes creativity, individuality and self-confidence. We always ‘go the extra mile’ for children in our care and their families.

Training provider

C.M.S. VOCATIONAL TRAINING LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner (level 2)

How to apply?

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.