Childcare Apprenticeship Level 3 Early Years Educator (Wm)

Smartstartchildcare; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable childcare provider in Birmingham seeks a Level 3 Early Years Educator to join their team. This role involves leadership in the nursery environment, supporting children's development through planned activities, and maintaining health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education, a valid First Aid qualification, and a commitment to nurturing young learners. Opportunities for management training and further career development are available.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education is required.
• First Aid qualification is mandatory as per EYFS.
• Must display creativity and enthusiasm in a childcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursery room operations.
• Support children's learning and development.
• Plan and provide stimulating activities.
• Ensure health and hygiene standards are followed.
• Implement safeguarding rules.

Skills

Room Leadership

Teamwork

Childcare Development

First Aid

Creative Thinking

Education

Advanced Diploma Early Years Educator level 3

Job description

Overview

At Smart Start Nursery we create a warm and nurturing environment where children of all backgrounds and cultures are physically and mentally safe. Our aim is for children to not only care and respect themselves but to be respectful of others regardless of race, gender or ability. As we are the foundation of childrens learning journey, each childs needs are taken into account when planning activities to ensure development in all areas. This is achieved by applying varied learning techniques to ensure all children reach their full potential. aim to create a stimulating and exciting environment to help foster a positive attitude to learning. We do this by encouraging freedom of expression, independence and promoting confidence. We strive and promote positive working relationships with parents, carers and families to ensure we work together to provide the best outcomes for each child. Our team is passionate and devoted to creating a loving atmosphere where children can thrive.

Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a permanent position upon successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Room Leader Positions
• Possible Management training
• Springboard into Primary Education
• Paediatric Nursing
• Continuous development in current nursery setting
• Supporting the development of the childcare provision
• Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures that the child learns whilst having fun
• Assisting the facility in meeting Ofsted requirements
• Being a team player
• Providing challenging and stimulating activities for all children appropriately
• Undertaking first aid training as required
• Undertaking training as appropriate to meet any changes in standards or appropriate legal requirements as required
• Ensuring that all health and hygiene requirements are always adhered to
• Responsibility for equal opportunity in delivery, access and attitude in aspects of service delivery and management
• Working with teams across the centre
• Supporting childrens learning and development, including supporting planning and observations
• Preparing and maintaining the environment and resources for the children
• Preparation of food for breakfast, snack, lunch and tea
• Supporting childrens self-help needs
• Being creative and enthusiastic
• Following safeguarding rules
• Working within confidentiality guidelines

Career Opportunities

• Room Leader Positions
• Possible Management training
• Springboard into Primary Education
• Paediatric Nursing
• Continuous development in current nursery setting
• Supporting the development of the childcare provision
• Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures that the child learns whilst having fun

Qualifications and Requirements

• Advanced Diploma Early Years Educator level 3 qualification - Your apprenticeship will last for 13 months
• You will be supported by an assessor throughout your apprenticeship, as well as a mentor within the nursery
• Apprentices must successfully evidence a First Aid qualification approved by EYFS and qualifications

Work Hours

Monday - Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.