Childcare Apprenticeship

To work as a member of the nursery team to ensure that all children attending the setting receive high quality care, are kept safe and receive rich and stimulating play experiences which meet their individual needs and the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

• To establish an initial relationship with the parent/carers through induction visits.
• Observe, support and extend children’s learning.
• Plan appropriately for children using the Early Years Foundation
• Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance.
• Complete children’s developmental records using, ‘Tapestry’ and routinely monitor to ensure children are making adequate progress.
• Maintain accurate and effective children’s records and carry out Parents Evening twice a year.
• Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members.
• Demonstrate good practice with regard to inclusion and equality and diversity.
• Work with the Childcare and Education team to continuously improve the quality of childcare and education.
• Ensure that the nutritional needs of the children are met and that
• Food Safety Regulations are complied with.
• Work with area INCOs, EYFS advisors and Health Professionals where necessary.
• Comply with the statutory framework for the EYFS or relevant statutory regulations for Scotland and Wales: relevant legislation including the Children Act 1989 and 2004.
• Develop and maintain highly professional working relationships with advisory teachers, schools, area INCOs and other agencies that may visit the setting.
• Learn about current developments in childcare and education policy and practice.
• Be a key person carrying out all related responsibilities in building relationships with a small group of children and their families.
• Complete parents evening reports, 2 year check assessments and setting liaising forms where necessary.

Training

Training will be at the setting

After the apprenticeship

Career progression will be encouraged 

Things to consider

Pass a enhanced DBS