Early Years level 2 Practitioner Apprentice - Level 2

We are looking for an early years apprentice who will become part of our team under the direction of the manager. You will learn to provide quality care for young children which meets the individual needs of children attending the setting.

Redmires Lodge Nursery and Pre-school is rated OUTSTANDING by Ofsted in their most recent inspection. We are situated in an enviable location on the edge of Sheffield just 5-minutes from Broomhill and the Central Hospitals.

We are looking for a committed Early Years Practitioner Apprentice to work within our qualified team, in this idyllic location in our purpose-built facility.

During your apprenticeship, duties will include:

• Adhering to the policies and procedures of the nursery
• Ensuring confidentiality is maintained within the nursery
• Working as part of a team
• The care and supervision of the children with regard to their physical, emotional and intellectual needs
• Working with the staff team with regards to the planning, preparation of activities, to meet children’s individual needs, liaising with parents and ensuring effective communication within the nursery
• Offering all children equal opportunities with regard to their religious persuasion, racial origins, gender, disabilities, cultural or linguistic background; in particular, challenging situations where racism or discrimination is displayed
• Observing children and understanding the processes of their development
• Positive management of children’s behaviour
• Preparation, care, cleanliness and maintenance of the nursery rooms and equipment
• Laundry duties
• Attendance of staff meetings as arranged by the Nursery Manager
• Attending associated training
• Participating in parent’s evenings and open days
• Any other duties appropriate to the position as directed by the Nursery Manager and Directors

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.