Ofsted Outstanding Setting in Upminster Recruiting a Dedicated & Enthusiastic Level 2 Apprentice

When you first join us, you are given a full induction and an opportunity to shadow existing team members while receiving input from a mentor. Once settled, you will begin supervised on-the-job working and face-to-face tutoring sessions.

This will include (supervised) responsibilities as follows:

• Work as a team to offer a programme of activities that meet the individual needs and interests of children and promote their development in all areas of the EYFS, setting up the nursery environment and preparing resources accordingly.
• Work as a team to plan for, risk assess, set up, clear away, and supervise our garden environment.
• Carry out regular risk assessments across all areas of the nursery as required.
• Observe and keep records of key children’s participation and development via Key Worker books and Profile observations, planning specific activities to help them meet next steps.
• Prepare assessment reports for key children including On Entry, Two Year Check, Termly Trackers, School Readiness reports, and so on.
• Deliver activities and teaching sessions to small groups or whole room as required by planning and develop own teaching skills with the support of colleagues.
• Consistently use Makaton throughout interactions with children to promote their communication.
• Provide a high-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children regardless of disabilities, family backgrounds, or medical history, promoting British Values across the nursery.
• Read, understand, and adhere to all policies and procedures.
• Accurately log all information on Famly, including but not limited to attendance, allergies, medicine, incidents, absence, meals, toileting, sleeps, and room/personal feedback.
• Be aware of allergies, medicines, or additional needs of all children in the nursery to ensure their needs can be met by all staff.
• Be involved in out-of-working-hours activities, e.g., training, monthly staff meetings, parents evening, fundraising events, etc.
• Provide personal and intimate care for children, including toileting, feeding, and comfort.
• Make sure that meal times are a time of pleasant social interaction, encouraging the children and setting a positive example.
• Ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness (self, children, and environment) are maintained at all times.