Job Description

Level 3 Early Years Apprenticeship

About the company:

Welcome to Shooting Stars Childcare, we are an Ofsted registered childcare setting for children aged 0-11 years. Our highly qualified team provide a warm and inviting atmosphere to let your little one shine.

We are looking for two Early Years Educator Apprentices - one at our Walkergate location and one at our Wallsend location (NE28 6TD).

As an Early Years Educator, you will be dedicated to supporting children's development in a fun, nurturing and inclusive environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate and energetic team within a nursery full of life - a place where children are actively learning, playing, and exploring the world around them.

You'll become part of a friendly, professional team committed to providing every child with the highest standard of care, along with exceptional teaching and learning experiences, guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

What will you be doing:

Maintaining accurate records of children's development and sharing progress with parents and carers. Building strong, positive relationships with families to enhance children's care and learning experiences. Supporting room routines, activities and daily planning as directed by the Room Lead. Help create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment that considers all children's cultural, medical and developmental needs. Ensuring the health, safety and welfare of every child at all times. Adhering to all nursery policies, procedures and legislative requirements. Promoting positive behaviour and act as a role model for healthy, respectful and inclusive values. Contribute to regular cleaning, hygiene and safety checks.

We are looking for someone that:

Has GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) as minimum. Ideally holds the Level 2 Early Years Educator qualification and/or has a minimum of 6 to 12-months' experience working in a nursery. Has a warm, caring and nurturing personality. The ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues. Has great verbal and written communication skills, especially when recording observations or reporting concerns. Works well as part of a collaborative team.

What qualification will you get?

At the end of the apprenticeship, you will receive a Level 3 Early Years Apprenticeship Standard as well as a First Aid qualification in paediatrics.

Careers Progression:

At the end of completion there will be the opportunity to proceed onto a Level 5 Early Years Apprenticeship Standard

Duration of apprenticeship:

15 months including the end point assessment (EPA)

Working week:

Monday to Friday (hours to be discussed - Shift Pattern)

Working hours:

37.5 hours a week

Salary:

12.50 per hour

Job Type:

Apprenticeship

Work location:

In person

Skills North East is a committed education provider, we prioritise safeguarding and the welfare of our learners. A DBS check will be required for this position.

Job Type: Apprenticeship

Pay: From 12.50 per hour

Application question(s):

Do you have 6 to 12 months working experience in a Nursery?
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Level 2 Early Years Education Certification? (required)
Work Location: In person