Shooting Stars Nursery are a family run business and are looking for an apprentice to join their busy and vibrant Early Years setting with children from birth to 4 years old + wrap around and holiday care for children aged 5 – 11 years.

Daily Duties to be carried out:

To maintain accurate records of children’s progress that are shared with parent and carers
To build and work in a busy and vibrant Early Years setting with children from birth to 4 years old + wrap around and holiday care for children aged 5 – 11 years
Maintain relationships with parent and carers which enhances the care and education of the children
To work as part of a collaborative team and provide support for other staff members when needed
To create a nursery environment which meets the needs of the children by considering their cultural and medical needs
To safeguard each child and ensure their individual welfare needs are met
To advise the management of any concerns around a child or parent whilst ensuring confidentiality is respected
To adhere to the nursery’s policies and procedures as well as legislative requirements
To maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness and hygiene
To plan and create fun and educational activities for the children which follow the nursery curriculum and are directed by the room leads
Maintain a high standard of continual professional development as expected by management
To keep up to date with national guidance and legislation
To follow direction of room lead and senior management
To manage and achieve high standards of behaviour following the behaviour policy and expectations of the setting
To promote healthy lifestyles through the teaching and modelling of such activities
To promote equality and diversity within the setting
To act professional at all times, ensuring behaviours promote the settings vision

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

Working towards Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification, training will be completed within the nursery setting, and observations by their assessor within the setting
The standard includes a Paedratric First Aid qualification

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Once apprentices complete their Level 3 Early years Educator, they can progress within the nursery – any further training would be supported by the employer

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Creative, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English, Grade Grade 4 Essential
GCSE or equivalent maths, Grade Grade 4 Essential
Other Early Years Practitioner, Grade Level 2 Essential

Employer Name

SHOOTING STARS CHILDCARE

Training provider

WOODSPEEN TRAINING LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator (level 3)

How to apply?

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

Nursery Educator Apprentice Advanced Level 3 (A level)