Compton Valley Nursery Ltd

Compton Valley Nursery and Preschool are looking for an Apprentice to work towards their Level 3 Early Years Educator and join their friendly team in Paignton.

The Apprentice’s Role

• Initiate, lead and supervise a range of play and learning activities, to ensure each child is making progress in their education and development.
• Ensure that the safety and welfare of every child at the nursery is paramount at all times, and that children’s individual needs are identified and met at all times.
• Develop an understanding of the requirements of the EYFS and apply this understanding when supporting children in their care, learning and development, complete paperwork and support the team.
• Promote equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice.

Working Hours: The successful candidate will be working a minimum of 30 hours per week between Monday and Friday.

Wages: £138.60 to £267.30 per week, based on a 30 hour week, at national minimum wage. Any overtime above the 40 hours per week, will be paid at the appropriate national minimum wage.

Holiday: 28 days holiday entitlement (including bank holidays) will be paid each year, during the course of your apprenticeship.

Compton Valley Nursery and Preschool is a family run setting situated in a beautiful rural location that allows for rural walks and outdoor play in all weathers. They have a highly motivated team of staff who are committed to providing a safe, nurturing atmosphere where all children are able to thrive and achieve their full potential.

They provide 3 separate play rooms for the children in their care. These consist of a baby room, toddler room and a pre-school room. All of their rooms are designed to create a homely and family atmosphere with carpets and sofas in every room as well as a high standard of play and learning resources. All rooms have their own team of staff who plan for individual learning through a superb range of activities.

They have a dedicated team of staff who are experienced in delivering the Early Years national curriculum and committed to promoting the well-being of each child in their care.

Since 2008 they have been awarded 3 consecutive Outstanding Early Years Provider Awards by OFSTED, and in their most recent inspections they achieved an Outstanding grade in every area of provision.

Past Apprentices

Over the past few years they have had a number of apprentices, working towards their level 2 and level 3 qualifications, most of them are still part of their highly motivated team.

Due to the success and progression of their previous apprentices, they are now looking for a new level 3 apprentice to join their team and become a valuable asset to their organisation.

Skills Required

The key skills required for this role include:

• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Basic IT skills
• Able to use your own initiative as well as follow instructions
• An understanding of different approaches to the behaviour management of young children
• An interest in contributing ideas for activities and in bringing new ideas to develop the nursery routines and activities
• A thorough understanding and knowledge of the EYFS

Personal Qualities

The key attributes required for this role include:

• A calm and patient approach to working with children
• A love of working with young children
• Punctual, reliable, enthusiastic and flexible
• A friendly and outgoing personality, with an enjoyment of working closely with colleagues and other adults
• A high level of motivation and enthusiasm
• Excellent attendance record

Prior Qualifications

In order to be successful for this role, you will need to have achieved the Level 2 Early Years Practitioners or equivalent and have GCSE grades A*-C (9-4) in Maths and English or equivalent qualifications such as Functional Skills.

Additional Information

In order to be successful for this role, you will need your own transport due to the location of this nursery.

The Apprenticeship in Childcare includes:

• Level 3 Early Years Educator Standard Apprenticeship

Most aspects of the qualification and training will be delivered at your workplace where you will be supported throughout your training by your employer. You will have regular visits every 6 to 12 weeks from your designated assessor who will help you and monitor your progression throughout your apprenticeship.

As an additional qualification, you will also achieve Emergency and Paediatric First Aid, and a Health and Safety Certificate, along with Internet Safety and Safeguarding. Prevent Duty training, FGM training and other internal training will also be part of your apprenticeship programme.