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Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship THE LITTLE LIMES DAY NURSERY LTD

An Early Years Practitioner (EYP) works in a range of early years settings delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) including; full day-care, children’s centres, playgroups, pre-schools, nursery schools, reception. This apprenticeship is a great first step into a career in the Early Years sector.

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Closing date: 29 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,320.00

    Wage based on £10 p/h x 16h week x 52 weeks/year Promotions are always available based on performance. Our staff members have many perks including free counselling for mental health support for staff and their family members.

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 8 am to 6 pm Hours depend on apprentices' needs, we can adjust. However, the minimum requirement is 16.5 hours. We are closed over the Christmas season for one week.

    Total hours per week: 16.5

  • Expected duration

    14 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    30 Mar 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000035077

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Early Years Educators work with and care for children from birth to 5 years.

They play a massive role in supporting children to have the best start to their education.

  • You will work as part of a team planning, monitoring and evaluating activities for children from birth to approximately five years of age
  • Ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of the children in the room at all times is essential
  • To build positive relationships with the children, families, colleagues and internal/external professionals

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

On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be awarded;

  • Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship
  • NCFE Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (EYE)
  • Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid OR Level 3 Award Emergency Paediatric First Aid
  • Apprentices will achieve an EYE qualification which has been approved to count towards the EYFS level 3 child: staff ratios.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

It is up to you what you do when you have finished your apprenticeship. There may be an opportunity to stay on at the same company and progress to the next level of apprenticeship or you may want to look for a new job or professional development opportunity.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Team working, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Grade 4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Grade 4) Desired

About the employer

We are a small nursery providing a home from home environment. Our greatest asset is our largest outdoor area. We are registered for only 32 children. Each age group have a very limited number of children. Our curriculum is based on our children's needs, interests and capabilities. Inspired by Reggio Emilia's approach, we allow children to find their own strengths and resilience by allowing them to learn through play.

Employer

THE LITTLE LIMES DAY NURSERY LTD

Address

TRINITY HALL

MOLESEY ROAD

HERSHAM

KT12 4RS

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Training

Training provider

BEST PRACTICE NETWORK LIMITED

Contact

Rachel Davis

racheldavis@bestpracticenet.co.uk

01174504736

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

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