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Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Pixley Dell Day Nursery
We are looking for an apprentice to join our team to support us with the development of children within the nursery. The individual should have a passion for working in childcare and increasing their knowledge within this field whilst obtaining a recognised qualification.
Closing date: 31 Mar 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£7,503.60
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
Minimum of 30 hours per week between the hours of 7.15am and 6pm Monday to Friday.
Total hours per week: 30
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
16 Apr 2023
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Date posted
15 Feb 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000133096
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
· To plan, organise, supervise and carry out suitable activities and educational programmes for children, using the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
· To maintain a safe and secure and hygienic environment for children.
· To support the staff team with children’s developmental records within a key worker system.
· To supervise children at mealtimes.
· To work within a team and maintain good communication.
· To follow Nursery policies and procedures and comply with Local Authority Regulations.
· Follow the EYFS Statutory Framework
· To maintain the Nursery environment, carrying out delegated tasks as may be deemed necessary for the efficient running of the Nursery and ensuring a safe, secure and hygienic environment at all times.
· Ensure good time keeping, smart appearance, personal hygiene and good work practises.
· To maintain good relationships with parents/carers on all matters relating to the Nursery.
· To ensure the Nursery building is secure at all times.
· To work within the hours the Nursery operates as deemed necessary to ensure adequate staff-to-children ratios are maintained.
· To respect confidentiality regarding the Nursery at all times.
· Work positively within the team structure and be included in staff duty rotas.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
CACHE Level 3 Diploma for The Early Years Workforce:
The Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) prepares learners to become Early Years Educators, enabling them to work with children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of children aged 5 to 7 years.
This qualification is structured around the following four themes:
- Health and well-being
- Legislation, frameworks and professional practice
- Play, development and learning for school readiness
- Professional development
You will also complete a first aid qualification.
The training will take place within the educational setting with no day release required to college and you will have regular reviews with your tutor every 4 - 6 weeks.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Possibility of gaining a full-time contract upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
NVQ or SVQ Level 2 or equivalent Early Years Practitioner (Grade Pass) Essential
About the employer
Employer
Pixley Dell Day Nursery
https://www.pixleydell-daynursery.co.uk/contact
Address
Coulson Street
Spennymoor
DL16 7RS
Training
Training provider
EDUCATION AND SKILLS TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT LIMITED
Contact
Jenny Lindley
jenny.lindley@education-and-skills.com
07506080920
Apprenticeship standard
Early years educator
Level 3 (A level)
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