Childcare Apprentice

To work as part of the nursery team to provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children aged 0–5 years, while undertaking training towards a recognised childcare qualification.

Responsibilities

• Learning & Development:
• Undertake and complete a recognised childcare qualification within agreed timescales
• Attend all required training sessions, coursework and assessments
• Develop knowledge of child development and early years practice
• Childcare & Practice:
• Support the care, learning and development of children in line with the EYFS
• Help plan and provide engaging, stimulating play experiences
• Build warm, positive relationships with children and their families
• Promote inclusion and support children with additional needs
• Safeguarding & Welfare:
• Follow all safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times
• Maintain a safe, secure and hygienic environment
• Be aware of and respond appropriately to emergencies
• Health & Safety:
• Follow all health and safety procedures and risk assessments
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff and visitors
• Carry out appropriate housekeeping duties
• Teamwork & Professionalism:
• Work effectively as part of the nursery team
• Communicate clearly with colleagues, parents and carers
• Attend staff meetings and contribute positively
• Act as a positive role model at all times
• Administration:
• Support the completion of:
• Observations and development records
• Accident and incident records
• Risk assessments
• General:
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the nursery
• Promote the nursery’s ethos and positive reputation
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by management

Once completion of the apprenticeship there may be opportunities to progress in the business.