Early Years Apprentice

Early Years Apprentice @ Little Treacles Nursery, Kent

Location: Otford Church Hall, Otford, Sevenoaks, TN14 5PQ

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are Little Treacles Nursery?

Little Treacles Nursery provides full day care. They provide a warm and friendly home from home environment, where children feel safe and secure. Their tailored care is personalised to each child’s individual needs. Their nursery features a small garden with free flow access from the Preschool room, allowing children to always enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities.

They believe the early years are a precious and important time for development in a child’s life. These first experiences shape confidence, curiosity, behaviour and emotional wellbeing, and we are proud to play such an important role in each child’s journey. They provide a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where children feel valued, supported and encouraged to be themselves.

They are committed to providing high-quality care and learning opportunities, constantly reflecting on our practise to provide the very best outcomes for children.

WHAT will I get from working with Little Treacles Nursery?

• EARN: £8 per hour (pay review after probation), 40 hours per week
• EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday – 4 day week, shifts between 8am and 6pm
• QUALIFICATION: Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years takes approximately 16-18 months.
• BENEFITS: Occasional team building staff events, After probation period get birthday off, Free support line / employee assistant programme, Ongoing support / training and development

WHAT will my DAY look like?

You will be working towards a recognized early years qualification, helping to build the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to progress in childcare whilst also learning on the job. Your daily tasks will include:

• Supporting the learning and development of children in line with the EYFS
• Assisting staff in creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment
• Building positive relationships with children, parents/carers, and colleagues
• Helping to plan and carry out age-appropriate activities
• Supporting children’s personal care routines where appropriate
• Promoting safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing at all times
• Helping to maintain cleanliness and organisation within the nursery
• Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Early Years Educator Level 3 Qualification, you’ll attend monthly 1-2-1 meetings (online via teams every month – NO classroom OR college!) with your tutor and learn about modules including risk management, key person & attachment, learning & development, and more!  You will be given a minimum of 3 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, and projects) and will receive at least another 3 hours of training from your employer. All apprenticeship work and training is completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

• Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English
• UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
• Communication and team work
• Organised and patient
• Experience or knowledge with children is desirable

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://littletreaclesnursery.co.uk/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/childcare