Early Years Educator Apprentice - Gateway

About the role

✨ Apprentice Early Years Practitioner ✨

Ready to kickstart an awesome career in childcare? 🚀 Join our team as an Apprentice Early Years Practitioner and get paid to learn while making a real difference! You'll be diving headfirst into the exciting world of early years education, gaining invaluable hands-on experience and working towards your qualification, all with a super supportive crew by your side. 🧑‍🏫

What You'll Be Doing:

• Helping kids shine ✨ by supporting their daily care, learning, and development, following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) guidelines.
• Teaming up to plan and deliver awesome, engaging activities that make learning a blast! 🎉
• Building cool connections with the children, their families, and your fellow team members. 👋
• Lending a hand with meal times, personal care, and empowering kids to become super independent. 💪
• Keeping our space safe, clean, and buzzing with excitement for learning. 🧼
• Observing our amazing little ones and contributing to their learning journeys and assessments. 📝
• Championing children's emotional well-being and nurturing positive behaviour. ❤️
• Being a pro at following our nursery's policies, including safeguarding and health & safety. 🚨
• Jumping in as a team player, joining training sessions and meetings. 🤝
• Leveling up your knowledge and skills while smashing your apprenticeship coursework. 📚

What We're Hooked Up With:

• Full training and constant support throughout your entire apprenticeship journey. 💯
• Your very own company uniform. 👕
• Awesome staff incentives and recognition – we love celebrating wins! 🏆
• Discounted childcare for your own little ones. 🧸
• Free meals while you're on shift. 🍎
• Paid holidays – you've earned it! 🏖️
• A super friendly and supportive team environment. 🤗
• Clear pathways for career progression – let's grow together! 🌱

This is your chance to launch a seriously rewarding career in early years education with a nursery that's all about growth, development, and making every day an adventure. 🌟

Key responsibilities

• Support the daily care, learning, and development of children in line with the EYFS
• Help plan and deliver fun, engaging activities to support children’s learning
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Assist with meal times, personal care routines, and promoting independence
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment