Apprentice Childcare Practitioner (level 3)

About the role

✨ Early Years Apprentice: Make a Real Difference! ✨

Ready to kickstart your career in childcare? We're looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Apprentices to join our vibrant team, working across our Breakfast Club, Preschool, and After School Club. 🥳

As an apprentice, you'll be at the heart of our children's day, supporting them with a huge range of fun and engaging activities. You'll be involved in:

• 👋 Welcoming children with a smile and making them feel at home.
• 🧠 Supporting learning and development through awesome play and activities.
• 🌳 Supervising outdoor play, exciting walks, creative crafts, energetic sports, and fun games.
• 🍎 Helping with snacks and keeping our amazing setting tidy and prepped for the next adventure.

This is a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow! As part of our team, you'll gain valuable skills and knowledge in:

• 🚀 Providing top-notch care aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• 📚 Developing a solid understanding of the EYFS and planning/assessment systems.
• 💡 Mastering early learning goals and planning exciting activities that spark curiosity.
• 🤝 Collaborating effectively with our brilliant staff team, sharing your ideas and supporting each other.
• 🎨 Organising inspiring indoor and outdoor environments based on engaging topics.
• 🌟 Extending your skills at our After School Club, setting a positive example for everyone.
• 🗣️ Communicating professionally and clearly with children, parents, and colleagues.
• 📈 Reflecting on your own practice and embracing feedback to constantly improve.
• 💡 Using your initiative, sharing your awesome knowledge, and valuing the input of your teammates.
• 🎯 Upholding our preschool's vision and values alongside our Manager.
• 💖 Always putting the children's best interests first – they're our priority!
• 📦 Thinking about resources and ensuring we have everything we need for our exciting topics.

If you're passionate about working with children and eager to learn, this is the role for you! Come join our amazing team and help shape bright futures! 🌟

Key responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development through daily activities and play.
• Assist with the daily operation, tidying, and preparation of the setting.
• Provide a high standard of provision in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Organise and plan the indoor and outdoor environment for each topic.
• Work closely and effectively with other staff members.