About this role
Nursery Apprentice - Level 3
The Vale Academy have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and creative Nursery Apprentice to join our wonderful Nursery provision. Children are at the heart of our nursery and through meaningful and motivating learning opportunities we strive to develop children into confident, thoughtful learners who are happy and love learning. The successful candidates appointed would be enthusiastic, imaginative professionals with a proven record of accomplishment. We require high standards and relevant EYFS experience, ready to enthuse our little learners with a creative and playful style.
It is very important to us that we provide a high level of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for all our children ensuring positive development and growth. Therefore, we are seeking a new member of our team with experience working in a Nursery setting that will be as equally committed and passionate as we are.
Roles and responsibilities
Supporting teachers and children during practical work, to include setting up demonstrations and equipment, providing guidance to children in the development of their tasks, including the safe operation and demonstration of equipmentTo assist with overseeing the work of small groups of students engaged in practical tasks, as requested by and under the supervision of the Nursery teacherDay-to-day support of lessons, including preparing equipment, materials and teaching aidsTo support with efficient organisation of the work and storage areas and to ensure the cleanliness, safety and security of these areas at all timesTo assist with the delivery of extra curriculum/lunchtime activitiesWorking as a team member within your school and gaining invaluable experience The successful candidate will have
GCSEs at grades A*-C/9-4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English.A Level 2 Childcare qualificationPrevious experience working with nursery aged childrenExcellent communication skillsKind, caring and nurturing approach, valuing equality, diversity, and inclusion of each child.Self-motivation, be well organised, and fully committed to the roleAbility to be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the day as part of a team.Paediatric First Aid or Emergency Paediatric First Aid qualification or willing to complete this training.Job Specifics
Start date: asap
Salary: National minimum apprenticeship wage, £8 per hour for first 12 months, then £10.85 - £12.71 per hour dependent on age
Contract: Full time, 52 weeks per year, Fixed-Term for 18 months (until end of apprenticeship), Monday to Friday 08:15am-3:30pm
The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the deadline date.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding and welfare of children is paramount and all our staff share this view. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding and child protection checks including with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.