About
Employer description
At PIPS Nursery children are observed carefully so that their strengths can be built on and weaknesses nurtured. A daily diary is kept enabling parents to be kept informed of their child's day and includes all activities, diet and any new skills learned and nurtured during their day.
Main description
PIPS NURSERY - Boytons Farm are looking for a Nursery Assistant Apprentice, you will be studying toward your Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship.
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
PIPS is a small Essex based children's nursery, providing a unique home-from-home environment for your children. Our two locations surrounding the historical town of Saffron Walden in Strethall and Hempstead, both provide a rural setting where the children enjoy plenty of fresh air and exercise.
As your role as an Early Years Practitioner, you will have some understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Be familiar and have some understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities in Childcare provisions.
Be able to plan exciting, inviting and challenging learning opportunities that are appropriate for the stage and age of the children.
Develop good, strong and positive relationships with both the children and their families Be able to work independently and as part of a team. Have good communication skills.
Your role will include:
To assist team members in providing the highest standard of care and education for the children in daily operation of the nursery, including positive partnerships with staff and parents
To liaise with nursery staff regarding children’s specific needs and requirements
To maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment
To adhere to all nursery policies and procedures
To contribute ideas to planning ensuring children receive high quality of learning and development
To always meet health and safety and environmental health requirements
Entry requirements
Desirable qualifications
Childcare (grade Pass)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills required
Communication skills
Organisation skills
Patience
Team working
Training to be provided
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED
Your training course
Early years educator (level 3) Equal to A level
Your training plan
Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.
It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.
This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.
This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 18 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship and a First Aid Certificate.
Things to consider
Working hours Please note that anyone under the age of 18 can only work a maximum of 40 hours per week. Any role which exceeds these hours should be amended accordingly, to fall in line with the legislation.
Future prospects
Possibility of a full time role after the completion of the apprenticeship.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 02/01/2025
Salary
£14,040 a year
Location
This job is located in Saffron Walden, Essex
How to Apply
About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
