Apprentice Nursery Assistant Kingsland Nursery Limited
Kingsland Nursery are looking for a nursery assistant to assist them with the day to day duties of their childcare provisions between the ages of 6 months - 5 years. If you are enthusiastic, fun and caring this is your entry into the childcare industry!
Closing date: 10 Sep 2022
Apprenticeship summary
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Weekly wage
£192.40
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 6.00pm.
Total hours per week: 40.00
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Expected duration
14 months
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Possible start date
11 Sep 2022
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Date posted
07 May 2020
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC001630801
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Positions
1 available
Kingsland Nursery in Dalston are looking for an enthusiastic, caring individual to join their team of professionals in caring for their provision of children between the ages of 6 months - 5 years.
Offering an opportunity to Earn as you Learn! You will be mentored and supervised by qualified professionals and you study to towards your NVQ Level 2/3 in Childcare.
Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
- To ensure that each child’s potential is fully developed in a social, physical, psychological and cultural sense and their development both as an individual and as a member of a group, is paramount at all times
- To share responsibility for the preparation of a stimulating and caring environment, with due regard to all aspects of Health and Safety
- To participate in planning and organising appropriate play and educational activities. To observe, assess and contribute to the written record of each child’s progress
- To foster each child’s development and growth of independence and self-reliance
- To encourage the children in developing both English and their own language
As part of the team, to contribute and participate in:
- Planning and preparation of the class, group work and individual work to suit the needs and age of the pupils
- Whole school/Centre record keeping
- Participating in meetings relating to curriculum development, general administration, school organisation and pastoral arrangements
- Maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, safeguarding their health and safety, both on school premises and when engaged in authorised school activities elsewhere
- To provide personal care to a child, whilst at the same time encouraging their independence
- To encourage and value the involvement of parents/carers in the life of the school and to appreciate and recognise the expert knowledge they have of their child
- To implement the Centres/ Council’s Equalities and Race Equality policies fully
- To work actively to overcome and prevent discrimination on the grounds of race, religion, gender, disability, sexuality and status
- To be aware of own practice and keeping up with current trends in education
- Attend relevant courses and INSET, in accordance with priorities in the Centre Development Plan
- To render first aid in accordance with school policy
- To support the school and Centre by participating in events at either site
- To undertake any other duties as may be required from time to time to meet the needs of the setting
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Personal qualities
- Bright
- Bubbly
- Enthusiastic
- Patient
Desired qualifications
- A-C (8-4) GCSES in maths and English preferable
Future prospects
- Further Training and Employment
Things to consider
- Please be aware that the start date is subject to change due to the current pandemic
- Please contact Care First Training for more information or assistance
- Once you have progressed your application with us we will notify you of any updates from the employer with potential changes
About the employer
Kingsland Nursery based in Dalston are a rapidly expanding nursery who have recently had a 2-floor extension built to an already large building. As big supporters on apprenticeship employment and education, the Kingsland team are looking for bright and enthusiastic nursery assistants who can show the dedication to develop into experienced, valued members of their staff team.
Employer
Kingsland Nursery Limited
Address
Birkbeck Mews
London
E8 2LE
Training
Training provider
WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE
Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by Care First Training Limited
Contact
Emily Laurenza 01277725974 emily@carefirsttraining.co.uk
- Children & Young People's Workforce Level 3
- Functional skill if required in English and maths
Apprenticeship standard
Early years educator
Level 3 (A level)
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