Childcare Apprenticeship - Barnsley

Forward Steps Nursery are looking for a new Nursery Assistant Apprentice, you will be studying toward your Early Years Practitioner Level 2.

To work in a 'Good' Ofsted rated children's nursery in Wombwell near Barnsley. A lovely childcare nursery with supportive members of staff who look after and nurture apprentices in the setting to their full potential. You will be expected to deliver high quality care and early years education for children at Forward Steps Nursery taking a proactive approach to providing a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment in which babies and young children are supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential. The post holder will provide full and practical support in the day to day running of the nursery under the supervision of the Nursery Manager and the Deputy Manager.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check which will disclose all cautions, reprimands and warnings as well as convictions.

Your role will include;

• To provide high quality care and activities for children which recognise both individual and group requirements in a safe, secure and stimulating environment and meet their physical, social, emotional, intellectual and development needs.
• To plan, organise and implement appropriate programmes and activities both inside and outside the nursery which consider each individual child’s development and encourage creativity, development, co-ordination, independence, self expression and learning through play. This includes free flow systems to aid the development of children’s self-assurance, independence, making choices and self-selecting.
• To assist in providing a safe, supportive and caring environment for young children in the care of Forward Steps Nursery.
• To assist in the provision of an attractive, stimulating and creative environment and range of equipment, resources, activities and displays, both indoors and outdoors, relevant to the ages and needs of the children which encourage independence, self motivation and eagerness to learn.
• To be fully up to date with the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and ensure that the safety, care, welfare and well being of each child meets the statutory requirements.
• To monitor, assess, record and report on the development and progress of children in the care of Forward Steps Nursery.
• To keep children’s files up to date with planning for their individual needs, observations, development records and all other relevant documentation following company policies and procedures and as requested by the nursery manager and deputy manager.
• To prepare and serve food, milk, drinks and snacks to children as required encouraging good nutrition and sociable eating.
• To assist children with personal care, including changing nappies, assisting with potty training, toileting, changing clothes and other associated welfare duties
• To carry out housekeeping duties including cleaning of the nursery ensuring that clean and hygienic standards are maintained at all times and ensuring that cleaning materials are used safely.
 

Benefits Include; 

• Off the road Parking
• Annual Christmas Staff Party
• Good Transport links to the nursery

Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.

It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.

This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.

This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Early Years Practitioner – Level 2.