Summary
The purpose of an early years educator apprentice is to create and maintain safe, and welcoming learning environments for the children. They are responsible to support in a group of Key Children with whom they will understand support and work with to provide fantastic learning opportunities
What you will do at work
- To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children
- To be aware of Thornham St James C of E Primary School policies and procedures and ensure these are adhered to.
- To be responsible for the welfare of all children in your designated room, organising systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
- To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately – in accordance with safeguarding, child protection and whistle-blowing policies
- To understand child to staff ratio’s and ensure that these are maintained at all times
- To reflect on practices and routines, tailoring them to meet the individual needs of each child throughout the day
- To plan and set up a range of interesting activities
- To lead observations and the for the children and lead activities followed by observations for the assessment of children’s learning and development ensuring records are kept up-to-date, are of a high standard and are shared effectively – including sharing information for when needed to get the children the appropriate level of support if needed
- To develop genuine bonds with key children and support and monitor colleagues to sensitively fulfil their key person responsibilities
- To work in partnership with all parents/carers, building and maintaining relationships that encourage trust, open communication and involvement in nursery life
Training
- Early Years Educator level 3 standard
- Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard
- Tutor support via online platform
Requirements and skills
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications
- GCSE Maths and English (A-C (4-9) or equivalent) – essential
About this employer
At Thornham St James, we are a happy, welcoming, and successful school, and we are proud of our achievements. We boast a history of educational excellence, based on firmly embedded Christian Values, lived out by every member of our community.
Our vision of ‘Journeying Together, We Shine’ Matthew 5:16 is reflected in all we do, enabling all our community to flourish.
After this apprenticeship
- Permanent role considered on completion of the apprenticeship
- Higher-level early years qualification available
Things to consider
Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.