Apprentice Early Years Practitioner
Chalfont St Peter Preschool · South East · SL9 9QX
Apprenticeship
Level 3
Education
Salary£10,400 yearly
LocationSouth East
PostcodeSL9 9QX
Start date2 Nov 2026
Apply by16 Oct 2026
QualificationEarly years educator (level 3)
Training providerbuckinghamshire council
Job ID50839
About the role
Early Years Practitioner 🚀
Are you passionate about shaping young minds and making a real difference? ✨ Join our vibrant team and kickstart your career in early childhood education! We're looking for enthusiastic individuals to create a fun, engaging, and safe learning environment for our amazing little learners.
What you'll be doing:
- Igniting Curiosity: Plan and deliver awesome, age-appropriate activities that follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Think super fun learning through play and exciting adult-led experiences! 🎨
- Nurturing Growth: Support each child's unique learning journey, spotting their individual needs (including those needing extra help or learning English!) and helping them thrive. 🌟
- Observing & Documenting: Keep track of our little stars' progress using our cool online platform, Tapestry. ✍️
- Building Confidence: Foster personal, social, emotional, and physical development, helping kids build essential life skills and positive behaviours. 🤗
- Keeping Everyone Safe: Champion the welfare of every child, ensuring our setting is a secure, clean, and stimulating space for all. Your keen eye will help us maintain top-notch safety and confidentiality standards. 🛡️
- Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Collaborate with parents and carers, building strong relationships and sharing updates on their child's development. 🤝
What you'll need:
- A genuine love for working with children. ❤️
- A proactive and positive attitude.
- Great communication skills. 🗣️
- An understanding of safeguarding principles (we'll provide training!).
Ready to embark on an incredible journey? Apply now! 🚀
Key responsibilities
- Support children’s learning and development through purposeful play and activities.
- Observe, assess, and monitor children’s progress, maintaining accurate records.
- Promote and safeguard the welfare of all children within the setting.
- Adhere to all safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, and confidentiality policies.
- Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with parents and carers.