Greenmount Foundations for learning have an experienced enthusiastic team who provide care to all the children. We are a home from home environment.
We strive to ensure all our children have the best possible start and a great learning journey with us.
We thrive as a dedicated team who provide a caring and educational environment for all our children with a warm and welcoming family atmosphere for families and employees.
About the vacancy
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our small/ friendly team in a well-established nursery in Greenmount . You will be working in the nursery alongside a professional and experienced team, learning a range of skills to develop a career working in an Early Years setting. You must hold a Level 2 qualification in Early Years to apply.
You will be trained to a high standard in all duties required of you involving keeping the children safe and enhancing their learning and play. This will include:
Ensuring safety of children at all times
Supervising outdoor play
Supporting development through play
To plan and carry out activities
Preparing and feeding children
Keeping the nursery clean
Dealing with parents and any paperwork that needs completing
To attend additional training as required, i.e. first aid
To ensure that all safeguarding procedures are followed
You will be supported throughout your training and treated as a valuable member of staff
You will receive the following training:
Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Monthly timetabled classes
Training will include paediatric first aid qualification
What skills are we looking for?
Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Physical fitness
Qualifications
Essential : English (GCSE - C/4 or above or equivalent)
Essential : Maths (GCSE - C/4 or above or equivalent)
Outcome
On successful completion of your apprenticeship you may be offered permanant employment
The starting salary is £15,808 a year for 38 hours Monday to Friday. Working hours are 7.30am to 5.30pm or 8am till 5.30pm.
4 days per week depending on ratio and the need of the nursery. Day off to be confirmed monthly..
The apprenticeship will run for 1 Year 9 Months.
We are based at BRICK BARN FARM, WHIPNEY LANE, GREENMOUNT, BURY, BL8 4HT
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