Early Years Educator Apprentice

<p>Are you looking for a career that involves changing and shaping lives? At Katey's Nursery &amp; Pre-School Brentford you will cultivate a nurturing environment where children, families and colleagues can thrive as an early years apprentice, earning while you learn with the support of a talented team. Salary rise following successful probation period.</p>

At Katey’s House Nursery & Pre-School the friendly, collaborative and professional culture is grounded by leading practices and the belief that work should be both rewarding and enjoyable. We offer a welcoming workplace that encourages professional development and fosters a love of learning. Our talented team are known for their skills, knowledge, experience and teamwork.

As a Level 3 early years apprentice you will:

• Assist in the delivery of a safe, engaging, and stimulating learning environment for children
• Support qualified nursery staff in implementing educational activities and programs
• Help with daily routines including mealtimes, nap times, and personal hygiene
• Foster positive interactions with children, encouraging their social, emotional, and physical development
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the nursery environment
• Observe and report any changes in children's behaviour or health to senior staff
• Participate in training and development opportunities as required
• Participate in Katey’s Nursery & Pre-school community events as necessary
• Attend regular staff meetings
• Prepare the children for their naps and monitoring whilst they sleep
• Attend relevant training enriching their knowledge of early childhood learning
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with our families to enhance learning both inside and outside of the classroom

Benefits of Katey's Nurseries:

• £8 per hour on appointment increasing to £9 after 12-week competency check
• Enhanced holiday - 28 days (including bank holidays) plus 3 days Christmas closure
• Discounted childcare
• Free meals provided whilst on shift
• Full uniform provided
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Regular staff social events
• Recognition initiatives

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 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.