Early Years Practitioner Apprentice SHOTLEY BRIDGE NURSERY SCHOO

Shotley Bridge Nursery School are looking for an enthusiastic and driven apprentice who has a passion for early years education and is enthusiastic to see how children learn and develop. The successful candidate will be working with age groups from babies to pre-school to support staff in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the nursery.

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Closing date: 31 Mar 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,158.72

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday. Working hours to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    24 Feb 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000137863

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties to include:

  • Plan and provide a programme of activities for children as young as babies to 5 years old.
  • Support childcare practitioners and senior staff in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the nursery.
  • Complete developmental records and observations as appropriate.
  • Adhere to and promote all company policies and procedures.
  • Ensure health & safety and hygiene of the nursery is to a high standard.
  • Carry out cooking and domestic duties as necessary.

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

  • Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard for Early Years Educator.
  • Level 3 Diploma for Early Years Educator.
  • Apprentices must successfully complete the Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (RQF) or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF) as per the EYFS requirements.
  • Training will be delivered in the workplace

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is the opportunity for a full time post at the nursery, for the right candidate.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Logical, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

Any successful applicants will need to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check for criminal records before a formal offer for the job is made.

About the employer

Established in 1990 and opened in 1991, we are a well-established nursery with an excellent reputation within the community. The nursery was the first private nursery in Derwentside and has built a reputation for outstanding childcare over the years. We continue to strive to be at the forefront of childcare and maintain high standards in both care and education. A rare opportunity has arisen for the ideal candidate to provide support to the childcare practitioners and senior room leaders, in planning and providing a range of activities for children aged 0 -5 years. This will enable you to develop your skills whilst following an apprenticeship programme. The nursery was recently inspected by the National Day Nurseries Association and were awarded the highest quality grading for ‘exemplary practice’. We have been awarded Millie's Mark for exceptional first aid and achieved outstanding in our NDNA early years inspection. We were also part of Durham County's Baby Room Project which has received both national and international recognition.

Employer

SHOTLEY BRIDGE NURSERY SCHOO

Address

36-38 DERWENT STREET

CONSETT

DH8 8LY

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Training

Training provider

DERWENTSIDE COLLEGE

Contact

Apprenticeship Recruitment Team

apprenticeships@derwentside.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)

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