Nursery Practitioner apprentice

Provide high-quality care and support for children aged 0–5 years, ensuring their safety, health and wellbeing at all times.

Create a safe, secure, stimulating and welcoming environment where children feel happy, valued and supported.

Plan and deliver fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities to support children's learning, development and individual needs.

Support children's physical, emotional, social, intellectual and communication development.

Follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and support children in achieving their developmental milestones.

Observe, assess and monitor children's progress, maintaining accurate records and completing observations.

Support children's independence, confidence and self-esteem through positive encouragement and praise.

Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, carers and colleagues.

Communicate effectively with parents and carers, providing regular updates on children's daily activities, progress and wellbeing.

Carry out daily routines, including feeding, nappy changing, toileting, handwashing and assisting with dressing.

Prepare and supervise meals and snacks, ensuring children's dietary requirements, allergies and nutritional needs are met.

Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and infection control throughout the nursery.

Safeguard children at all times, following the nursery's safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures.

Identify and report any safeguarding concerns, accidents, incidents or changes in a child's behaviour or wellbeing to the appropriate person.

Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities, outings and mealtimes.

Work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and contributing to the smooth running of the nursery.

Attend staff meetings, training sessions and professional development opportunities to maintain and improve knowledge and skills.

Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally and appropriately.

Follow all nursery policies, procedures, health and safety regulations and statutory requirements.

Key skills and qualities: Patient, caring and approachable. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Reliable, responsible and organised.

Creative and enthusiastic about children's learning and development.

Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.

Passionate about providing high-quality childcare and supporting children's development.

Training

Training will take place within the setting.

After the apprenticeship

To progress and support within the company.

Things to consider

Must be able to pass an enhanced DBS check.