Bright Futures Day Nursery - Apprentice Nursery/Early Years Practitioner

About the employer

We an established childcare provider with 4 settings throughout the northwest providing high quality childcare at affordable prices. We are a family run business with childcare safety and learning at the heart of everything we do.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for an established childcare provider in a busy environment. We are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice with a caring nature and willingness to learn new skills.

Apprenticeship summary

What you will do in your working day

• Supporting team leaders in daily task
• Setting up and clearing up after activities
• Assisting children with feeding
• Nappy changing once DBS cleared and trained to do so
• Liaising with parents regarding childs day

The training you will be getting

• Apprentice will be working towards the L2 Early Years Practitioner Standard
• Apprentice will be supported via an agreed training plan. Training will be discussed at enrolment and will include input from the employer, training provider and apprentice
• The apprentice will receive monthly workplace or virtual visits with a dedicated assessor
• There is no requirement for the selected apprentice to attend college unless the applicants require the successful completion of Functional Skills - maths and English

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

• Possibility of a team leader role within the nursery setting upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Good time-keeping, Positive attitude, Caring nature, Punctual, Willingness to learn

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or above) Desired
• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) Desired

Things to consider

Uniform provided. The role requires lots activity and movement, lots of clearing up after children and outdoor play in all weathers. Applicants will be required to undertake a DBS check. Apprentice will receive time off the job for training.