Early Years Educator Apprentice - Level 3 Ladybirds Nursery

About the role

✨ Join Our Team as an Apprentice at Ladybirds Nursery Penge! ✨

Ready to kickstart your career in childcare? 🚀 Ladybirds Nursery Penge is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice to join our vibrant team! This isn't just a job; it's a chance to dive headfirst into the world of early years education and discover what it's *really* like to work in a day nursery. 🧸

What You'll Be Doing:

• 🤝 Team Up: Work alongside a dedicated buddy and become an integral part of our team, planning, monitoring, and evaluating fun and engaging activities for children aged 0-5.
• 🌟 Become a Key Person: Develop the skills to take on the responsibility of a key person, nurturing and supporting the children in your care.
• 🧠 Learn & Grow: Attend fantastic training days with our trusted providers to build your expertise.
• 💡 Create Magic: Help maintain a stimulating and inclusive environment, from room layout to vibrant displays, ensuring equal opportunities for all.
• ✅ Stay Sharp: Assist with essential daily, weekly, and monthly checks around the nursery.
• 🛡️ Child Safety First: Your top priority is always safeguarding and ensuring the well-being of every child in the room.
• 📚 Master the EYFS: Work towards adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework.
• 🧑‍🏫 Support & Learn: Assist qualified staff with daily routines and learn the practical skills of a nursery nurse by working alongside the team.
• 💖 Deliver Quality Care: Gain hands-on experience in providing high-quality childcare.
• 👍 Safety Champion: Understand the critical importance of keeping everyone safe and your role in it.
• 🚫 Never Unsupervised: Always work within guidelines and never be left unsupervised with children.
• 📈 Understand Development: Gain a deep understanding of child development and how it shapes exceptional care.
• 📝 Document Progress: Contribute to and complete children's observations and records as needed.

Who We're Looking For:

• 😊 Passion for Kids: A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their growth and development.
• 💪 Dedicated & Committed: The drive and dedication to successfully complete your apprenticeship.
• 📚 Academic Foundation: A C grade in GCSE Maths or English, or a willingness to complete Functional Skills alongside your apprenticeship.
• 💬 Great Communicator: Excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic, treating everyone – colleagues and children alike – with respect and care at all times.

If you're eager to learn, love working with children, and are ready for an adventure in early years, we can't wait to hear from you! 🎉

Key responsibilities

• Work as part of a team planning, monitoring and evaluating activities for children.
• Be responsible for the care and education of the children.
• Ensure the safeguarding and welfare of the children.
• Support in ensuring the environment is stimulating and appropriate.
• Assist with daily, weekly and monthly checks around the nursery.