Early Years Educator Apprentice - Princes Risborough

Ashbourne Day Nurseries was established in 2008 by parents, for parents with our first nursery in Oxley Park, Milton Keynes. We created a fun and friendly environment for children to learn and develop whilst following the certified Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.Whilst Ashbourne continue to grow, we embrace the individuality of all our nurseries and provide Ofsted approved childcare within all of our settings. Each setting offers something unique, whether they are located in purpose-built premises, on a farm or in a listed building.

To gain a qualification in childcare whist working in a suitable environment with the support from other practitioners.

Room leader and senior management roles could be available in the future.

Your Role

As an apprentice, youll support the delivery of high-quality childcare in a safe, stimulating, and caring environment. Youll learn from experienced practitioners and contribute to the day-to-day running of the nursery.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering engaging learning experiences
• Promote a child-centred approach aligned with our ethos: care, nurture, teach
• Support safeguarding, health & safety, and EYFS standards
• Help assess childrens development under supervision
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and the nursery team
• Participate in training, meetings, and professional development (20% off-the-job learning)
• Positively represent the nursery in the community and at events
  
  

What Were Looking For

• Empathy and enthusiasm for working with children
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to travel across Ashbourne settings if needed
• GCSEs in maths and English (or equivalent) are desirable
  
  

Benefits

• Uniform provided
• Closed over Christmas
  
  

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
  
  

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

Monday to Friday - shifts to be agreed at offer stage

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