Summary
Farm Friends Nursery Condover near Shrewsbury are recruiting for a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprentice (or Level 3 for those with some experience). A fantastic opportunity to join an Ofsted outstanding nursery who support apprentices in developing the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to progress in an Early Years setting.
What you will do at work
Providing care and education for children from birth to 4 years in a nursery setting under supervision of others.
A full job description will be provided at a later date, but will consist of:
- Work in partnership with other colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals to meet the individual needs of each child in line with company policies and procedures
- Use play to support children to understand and encourage healthy life choices
- Undertake specific tasks related to the safety and hygiene of the children and the cleanliness of the setting
Farm Friends is a children’s day nursery located in a rural location near Shrewsbury.
We have extensive outdoor space, including a sensory room and walks around the farm.
Enhanced DBS required.
Training
- Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard
- Support with English and Maths skills gaps if required
- Work based learning
- End Point Assessment
Requirements and skills
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Willingness to learn and grow
- Reliable and motivated
Qualifications
- GCSE GCSE English and Maths (A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 FS) – essential
About this employer
Farm Friends is a family-owned and run day nursery located on a Shropshire farm. Our nursery makes the most of the surroundings, with regular walks to see the farm animals. Children also enjoy our very own nature trail, complete with bug hunts! They have the freedom to explore the natural environment around them. There are different outdoor play areas, including a mud kitchen, vegetable patch and sensory garden. Pre-school children’s favourite day is Wellie Wednesday!
After this apprenticeship
Upon successful completion of the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship, you will be given the opportunity to progress onto Level 3 Early Years Educator.
Things to consider
Are you able to travel to Condover as there is no public transport available. Full Enhanced DBS is required.