Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nursery Apprentice to join our friendly early years team! This is a 40 hour a week contract.
As part of our setting, you will play a key role in providing a safe, stimulating ,and nurturing environment where every child can learn, explore and thrive.
This is an exciting time to join the team, as we move forward to develop our setting and we offer several incentives.
Your benefits package includes:
· A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
· Monthly treats as a gesture of appreciation
· A non-punitive attendance reward to recognise consistent attendance
· One wellbeing day per year to support your health and wellbeing (subject to annual review)
· Additional annual leave entitlement upon completion of 5 years’ service
Qualification Bonus
Where you successfully complete a relevant qualification whilst employed with the organisation and remain in employment, you may be eligible for a qualification bonus. This is intended to recognise both your achievement and your ongoing commitment to the organisation.
Recommend a Friend Bonus- £500 for each referral!!!
If you recommend a candidate who is subsequently employed by the organisation and successfully completes their probationary period, you will receive a referral bonus of £200. This payment will be made through payroll following the successful completion of probation.
Duties
- Provide high-quality care and supervision for children in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
- Support children's emotional, social, and physical development through engaging activities and personalised attention
- Assist with daily routines including feeding, dressing, and hygiene tasks
- Organise educational activities that promote early childhood development and learning
- Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for children at all times
- Collaborate with colleagues and parents to ensure consistent care and effective communication regarding each child's progress
- Manage behavioural issues with patience and professionalism, fostering positive behaviour
- Lead by example in promoting organisational values centred around child safety, inclusion, and respect
Skills
- Proven experience with children, including childcare or nursery experience
- Strong management and leadership capabilities to oversee daily activities effectively
- Knowledge of early years foundation framework
- Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
- To be well organised, and ability to undertake everyday tasks.
- Competence in managing behavioural challenges with sensitivity
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment whilst demonstrating initiative
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £8.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
