Early Years Practitioner Apprentice (Apprenticeship)

Stepping Stones Nursery is looking for an apprentice to learn and develop within their small, supportive setting.

Ensure the welfare and safety of children is promoted and report safeguarding issues and concerns to the person in charge
Support the planning and delivery of purposeful play activities in line with the early years foundation stage
Work with parents, colleagues and other agencies to ensure children's individual needs are met
Support the children to understand healthy life choices through engaging play activities
Take an active role in seeking out continuous professional development opportunities during the apprentices programme and beyond
Use communication and knowledge of child development to engage with children and support those requiring additional support
Support children who are experiencing transitions such as moving to school or birth of a sibling, using your knowledge of the children to support them
Carry out respectful care routines such as feeding, nappy changing and dental care
Take an active part in the completion of their apprenticeship, meeting deadlines set by their trainer assessor and working with the dedicated mentor to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours
Support children's numeracy, literacy and language through a range of play activities and opportunities

Training
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. Stepping Stones Preschool 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 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes

Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)This will be delivered through Stepping Stones Nursery's dedicated training provider, Realise.

Qualifications required

Previous experience is not required, but may be
an advantage
GSCE Maths and English grade 4 and below is desired but not essential

Skills required

Self-motivated
Good communication skills
Ability to be able to meet strict deadlines
Time management