Early Years Apprentice 10654 The Old School Children’s Centre
Programme name Level 2 - Early Years Practitioner
The Old School Children’s Centre is based in Tavistock, Devon. We are here because of every child and their family. We are a place where children are valued for themselves, their interests, their strengths and as unique individuals.
We focus on meeting the needs of every individual and providing a wide range of enjoyable and interesting experiences to support every aspect of your child’s development.
Job description
The Old School are offering a fantastic opportunity to begin a career in Childcare. The role involves looking after children aged 0- 5years old. You will be required to help supervise the children's play, learning activities and meal times. A nursery practitioner plays an important role in assisting in the care and education of young children.If you feel this could be for you please, Apply today!
The Old School Children's Centre believe every child is unique and each child’s experiences are individual to them. Therefore every child’s learning journey needs recognised as individual and supported as such.
If you hold a level 2 Child Care the nursery may be able to offer a level 3 Early Years Educator.
The Old School ensures the highest quality of care and education at all times by dynamic and reflective practice.
You will be planning and organising both fun and educational activities. You will be working as part of a small team. The role requires caring for all children's care needs, assisting with cleaning duties and preparing snacks.
We are looking for someone who enjoys spending time with very young children and willing to learn all job duties and train to gain childcare qualifications.
To become an apprentice, you must:
be 16 or overnot already be in full-time education
You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career, want a change. You can have a previous qualification like a degree and still start an apprenticeship.
As an apprentice you’ll:
have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplacelearn and train for a specific job
get paid and receive holiday leave
get hands-on experience in a real job
study for at least 20% of your working hours
complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship
be on a career path with lots of future potential
What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience and get paid. You’re an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the right skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career.
As an Apprentice you will be completing a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard
Employer websitehttp://the-old-school.org.uk/
Future Prospects
This vacancy is for a temporary position with the possibility of permanent employment within The Old School Children's Centre upon the completion of the apprenticeship programme.
Skills required- Good communication skills.
- Can use own initiative.
- Willing to learn.
- Willing to care for all children's care needs and assist with cleaning duties/preparing snacks.
- Willing to take direction from supervisor of the childcare room.