Apprentice Early Years Educator
PIXIELAND (SALTASH) LIMITED · Saltash, PL12 4AG
Early years educator (level 3)
A fantastic opportunity has become available at Pixieland Nurseries. We are looking for a Apprentice Early Years Educator to complete Level 3 at our Saltash Nursery, to fit well within their friendly team and learn skills on the job whilst supporting children’s play, learning & development.
The work
Duties will include:
- Caring for children
- Preparing and maintaining environments to meet children's needs
- Supporting children's play and learning
- Supporting children's development
- Adhere to all safeguarding practices
- Preparing snacks and help with their feeding and cleaning
Benefits:
- Training and Development
- Referral program
- Company events
- Employee of the month program
Training
As an apprentice, you will be included on a Level 3 Early Years Educator.
Apprenticeship standards are aimed at developing skills within the apprentice’s chosen career route. Each standard has set knowledge, skills and behaviours required to be successful within the job role. This will include the completion of functional skills in maths and English.
Once you have completed a minimum of 15-months of training and the employer and Inspiro Development Coach confirm you have met all the requirements of the standard, you will be put through to the End Point Assessment. The End Point Assessment is independent from the training and includes a variety of assessment methods which test the skills and knowledge of apprentices to ensure you are fully competent in your role.
As an apprentice, you will be supported throughout the apprenticeship by a structured programme of teaching, e-learning, face-to-face training and workplace mentoring; this will encourage and help you to meet the requirements of the new standards and will prepare you for the End Point Assessment.
Training will include paediatric first aid qualification.
Training provider: INSPIRO LEARNING LIMITED
What you come out with
- Long term position for the right person upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. Internal mentoring and training offered
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Creative
Qualifications
- Essential · Early Years level 2 Early Years Pass
Things to consider
Our nursery is committed to safer recruitment, so a Disclosure Barring Service check is required to be undertaken. If you would like to join our valued team, please apply with your CV. This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received and you may be invited to an interview before the closing date. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment.
Pay extras and benefits
Please see job description when applying.
£16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
The employer
Pixieland Day Nurseries is your best choice for childcare in Plymouth and Saltash, Cornwall. Come visit one of our nurseries today —we’d love to meet you and your child. With nearly 40 years of experience and caring staff who understand how precious your children are and how important their well-being is. We know that children will thrive best in their learning if they feel emotionally secure, our key person system supports us in achieving this by helping to build strong relationships between children, their parents and staff. "Pixieland Day Nurseries believe that by providing excellent education helps very young learners to become stimulated and excited by the fun of learning through play, which supports a positive life-long attitude to learning and succeeding." If you want to add anything more about our careers you can follow this link which has a bit more information
Workplace
- Pixieland Day Nurseries Saltash, Long Park Road, Saltash, PL12 4AG