Summary
Looking to develop a career working with children? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice to join our team, to support the care and learning of babies and young children in the setting. Longwood School and Nursery in Bushey is open from 7am for breakfast to 7pm with tea and after-school clubs, Monday to Friday.
What you will do at work
This role involves supporting the daily activities within the nursery, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all children. The Nursery Practitioner will work closely with the lead educators to promote the development and well-being of each child in our care. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children.
We will support candidates to undertake an apprenticeship in Childcare alongside working with us in the setting.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and engage with children during playtime, ensuring their safety and well-being
- Communicate effectively with children, encouraging their social skills and emotional development
- Communicating with parents daily and at parents evenings, sharing information regarding their child’s development
- Support children in their daily routines, including meals, naps, and personal hygiene
- Maintain a clean and organised nursery environment, ensuring all equipment is safe and suitable for use
- Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive atmosphere that fosters learning and growth
- Manage behaviour in accordance with nursery policies, promoting positive interactions among children
- Drive initiatives that enhance children’s learning experiences through creative play
- Writing observations on their key children to create a child’s learning journey and support them with their next steps
We can offer you:
- Additional leave
- Discounted or free food
- Company events
- On-site parking
Training
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
- Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
- Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Requirements and skills
Skills
- Attention to detail
- caring
- Communication Skills
- Creative
- Initiative
- Logical
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Team working
Qualifications
- GCSE Mathematics (4) – desired
- GCSE English Language (4) – desired
About this employer
Longwood Nursery was created by merging the long-standing Rainbow Nurseries and their staff, which operated throughout Bedfordshire and Middlesex. This consolidation has led to sustained success and has allowed for the employment of experienced and highly-qualified staff, who are motivated to provide the best possible care for every child. As a result of our commitment to excellence, Longwood Nursery has been recognised in high regard by both the community and Ofsted, which dates back to 1978.
After this apprenticeship
- Career opportunity within the nursery and group to develop
Things to consider
Looking for someone as soon as possible. Job will require a DBS and reference checks to meet safer recruitment requirements.