Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship

Early Years Apprentice @ Gainsborough Nursery School

Location: North Marsh Road, Gainsborough, DN21 2RR

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for September start.

WHO are Gainsborough Nursery School?

Gainsborough Nursery School is a local authority-maintained nursery school that works with the Lincolnshire Maintained Nursery School federation. They are a purpose-built nursery school for 2–4-year-old children, offer high quality early education and are staffed by qualified teachers, Early Years Practitioners and support staff.

WHAT will I get from working with Gainsborough Nursery School?

• EARN: £8 per hour, 37 hours per week (Please note as a school they are open for 39 weeks of the year so you will receive equated pay- Equated pay guidance – Lincolnshire County Council)
• EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday shifts between 7.30am and 5.30pm.
• QUALIFICATION: Early Years Educator Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.
• BENEFITS: Term time only, career development & training, Lincolnshire County Council employee benefits, bespoke early years training with a wide support network.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

You will be joining a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where diversity is celebrated and valued. There is a strong emphasis on collaboration, support and growth with a sense of community among staff members. Your daily tasks will include:

• Supporting children on a one-to-one basis, in small groups or as part of a full class.
• Getting creative in helping children to achieve their developmental steps.
• Assisting with breakfast/lunchtime/after school clubs.
• Helping with assessments and inputting of data.
• Changing children as required and after training.
• Administer basic first aid after training.
• Assisting in planning and creating inspiring learning environments.
• Working inside and outside.
• Setting up and tidying areas and resources.
• Contributing to planning and assessment.
• Leading activities and stories.
• 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
• Early Years Practitioner Level 2 (or equivalent).
• Communication, team working & caring nature.
• Simple IT skills, numeracy & physical fitness.
• Organisation, creativity, presentation.
• Initiative, problem solving, non-judgemental & patient.
• Able to ask for help if you are unsure.
• Friendly, smiley & really want to make a difference.

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://www.gainsboroughnurseryschool.co.uk/

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

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

Nursery Nurse Apprentice @ Shanklin Day Nursery

Location: 443 London Road, Leicester, LE2 3JW

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are Shanklin  Day Nursery?

Shanklin Day Nursery and Pre-school in Stoneygate, Leicester is a small, family run day nursery. They have been established since 1994 and provide a loving, stimulating and educational environment for children aged 0-5 years.

Their experienced and highly qualified staff ensure that every day is fun, interesting, and rewarding at Shanklin Day Nursery.

WHAT will I get from working with Shanklin Day Nursery?

• EARN: £8.50 per hour, 40 hours per week
• EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday shifts between 7.30am and 6pm.
• QUALIFICATION: Early Years Educator Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

This is an exciting opportunity for you to kick-start your career in childcare. You will be joining a friendly team and supporting with the care and education of young children. Your daily tasks will include:

• Providing a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment.
• Delivering an appropriate play based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum that enables children to make individual progress.
• Helping to ensure the preschool nursery meets Ofsted requirements at all times.
• Understanding and working to preschool nursery policies and procedures, including how to deal with child protection issues appropriately and how to respond to incidents, accidents, complaints, and emergencies.
• Planning activities which ensure each child is working towards the early learning outcomes.
• Ensuring records are properly maintained, e.g., daily attendance register, accident and incident book, risk assessments.
• Liaising closely with parents/carers, informing them about the nursery and its curriculum, exchanging information about children’s progress and encouraging parents’ involvement.
• Working in partnership with senior management to update and review the self-evaluation and improvement plan.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties as directed, in accordance with the preschool aims and objectives.
• 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 & team working.
• Logical, organisation & initiative.
• Creativity, problem solving, non-judgemental & patience.

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://www.shanklindaynursery.co.uk/

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