Early years Educator Apprenticeship - Rainbow Wood Day Nursery
RAINBOW WOOD DAY NURSERY LTD · Preston, PR2 5BE
Early years educator (level 3)
The purpose of a Nursery Practitioner, is to create and maintain safe, and welcoming learning environments for the children. They are responsible for a group of Key Children with whom they will understand support and work with to provide fantastic learning opportunities.
The work
- To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children
- To be aware of Rainbow Wood’s policies and procedures and ensure these are adhered to
- To be responsible for the welfare of all children in your designated room, organising systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
- To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, reporting any concerns immediately – in accordance with safeguarding, child protection and whistle-blowing policies
- To understand child to staff ratio’s and ensure that these are maintained at all times
- To reflect on practices and routines, tailoring them to meet the individual needs of each child throughout the day
- To plan and set up a range of interesting activities
- To lead observations and the for the children and lead activities followed by observations for the assessment of children’s learning and development ensuring records are kept up-to-date, are of a high standard and are shared effectively - including sharing information for when needed to get the children the appropriate level of support if needed
- To develop genuine bonds with key children and support and monitor colleagues to sensitively fulfil their key person responsibilities
- To work in partnership with all parents/carers, building and maintaining relationships that encourage trust, open communication and involvement in nursery life
Training
- Level 3 Early years Educator Apprenticeship Standard
Training provider: LET ME PLAY LIMITED
What you come out with
- Possible full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE English 4/C or above
- Essential · GCSE Maths 4/C or above
The employer
Rainbow Wood encourages children as individuals, listens and respects their needs. We provide them with a safe, interactive environment to learn and grow, preparing them for their school years. We allow children to freely access the outdoors and teach them to respect and cherish the world we live in. Rainbow Wood believes that nursery life should be a partnership with your home and we welcome parental involvement at every stage.
Workplace
- 60-61 Roman Way Industrial Estate, Ribbleton, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 5BE