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Apprentice Early Years Practitioner (Level 3) FERN HOLLOW DAY NURSERY LTD

We have an exciting opportunity for Level 3 Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join us in our adventure. Practitioners are to become part of our nurturing environment with strong community links & a welcoming connection with our families. We would like for our practitioners to share the same passion as we do to deliver childcare.

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Closing date: 30 Sep 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £7,503.60

    National apprenticeship Wage (30 hours) £4.81

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Hours – Flexible. Monday – Friday 7.30am – 6.00pm

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Oct 2022

  • Date posted

    12 Aug 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000076951

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

·         To show initiative when assisting with the daily routine and daily activities and to have the ability to observe children’s next steps in learning and plan for this appropriately.

·         To be able to work effectively as part of a team.

·         To provide the highest standard of care to all children in a safe, caring and stimulating environment.

·         To help to set up the playroom(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session.

·         To work in partnership with parents ensuring continuity of care for their children. To communicate verbally on a daily basis with parents with regard to their child’s welfare and development.

·         To communicate effectively to the Nursery Manager/Deputy over any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary.

·         To engage appropriately with the children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulating play experiences.

·         To ensure that children are kept safe and when to follow child protection procedures.

·         To support meal times within the setting encouraging independence and a healthy eating approach.

·         To attend training courses as required and to take responsibility for your professional development.

·         To keep confidential information regarding the children, their families or other staff, which is acquired as part of the job.

·         To be aware of and adhere to all the setting’s operational policies and procedures, e.g. health and safety, fire precautions, dropping off and collection of children, food safety, cleanliness of the setting etc.

·         To display children’s work appropriately and imaginatively.

·         Follow instructions from senior members of the team.

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

Apprenticeship Standard for Early Years Educator.

Apprentices must successfully complete a first aid qualification in line with the requirements of the EYFS Framework.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

There are opportunities for progression within the role for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience, Can do attitude, Warm and caring personality, High levels of professionalism

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and maths (Grade 4 GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C)) Essential

Things to consider

Candidates must be able to travel to the employer premises, please check travel arrangements prior to applying for the role.

About the employer

At Fern Hollow is in Stockfield Northumberland where they have created a home from home environment, that helps children to settle and learn quickly. The aims of the Nursery are the same as many aims as a parent. They are: • To provide a happy, safe and enabling environment for children. • To support early development and learning through a variety of fun stimulating and engaging activities. • To teach children to respect themselves and each other. • To develop children’s’ confidence, self-esteem and independence. • To build strong community relationships.

Employer

FERN HOLLOW DAY NURSERY LTD

Address

4 BIRCHES NOOK ROAD

STOCKSFIELD

NE43 7JL

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Training

Training provider

DERWENTSIDE COLLEGE

Contact

Apprenticeship Recruitment Team

apprenticeships@derwentside.ac.uk

01207585914

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)

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