Job Description

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Early Years Practitioner Level 2

Brief overview of the apprenticeship

Shooting Stars Nursery provides the highest standard of nursery care and education within a unique home environment. We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice to join our team who can provide a hands-on, fun, creative and an innovative environment for children.

About the employer

We pride our self on being a inclusive and diverse environment for children and families to grow and achieve in a supportive and engaging way. The transition from home to nursery is an important milestone for all children and their families, our small nursery environment provides a homely feel with friendly and approachable staff to support with this step.

Section 1

Apprenticeship Summary

Pay

National minimum Wage for Apprentice

Working Week

Monday - Friday between the hours of 8am and 5pm.

Total Hours Per Week

35 to 40 hours per week

Expected Apprenticeship Duration

18 months

Possible Start Date

Immediate start

Closing Date for Vacancy

3 Weeks from the published date

Number of Positions

1 position available

Section 2

Responsibilities of the Apprentice

1. Plan exciting, motivating learning opportunities for children.

2. Analyse and create next stages of child's learning.

3. Undertake all daily nursery duties under supervision of a mentor.

4. Contribute to preparing the nursery environment to create an enabling environment to learn.

5. Working closely with families to fully understand children's cultural capital, so planned learning is effective, and highly engaging.

Section 3

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

Early Years Practitioner Level 3. This training will be conducted primarily at the employer's site.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Potential of leading to full time employment

Section 4

Desired skills and Personal qualities

1. Communication skills

2. Attention to detail

3. Organisation skills

4. Administrative skills

5. Problem solving skills

6. Presentation skills

7. Team working

8. Creativeness

9. Patience

Qualifications

GCSE Maths and English Grade C or equivalent (Grade 4) desired.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Pay: From 7.55 per hour

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person