Responsibilities
Marlborough School is an outstanding school located in London. We are looking for a bright, enthusiastic and ambitious Early Years apprentice to join our successful Nursery and Reception team.
Our focus is on achievement for all, and staff are no exception. You will be supported by an experienced team who have a proven track record of supporting trainees become outstanding practitioners in their field.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Working alongside children delivering a play-based curriculum both indoors and outdoors
- Planning and delivering activities which enable children to reach their next stage of development
- Contributing to the planning cycle and curriculum plans
- Observing and assessing pupils against the EYFS curriculum
- Ensuring pupils are safe at all times and report any concerns to relevant managers
- Forming positive relationships with parents and carers and maintain effective communication
- Setting up the play space including moving furniture and play equipment
- Contributing to the development of the environment, including preparing displays
- Developing and maintaining good communication with all staff and external agencies
- Undertaking appropriate and relevant training
- Undertaking any other reasonable duties as directed, in accordance with the schools aims and objectives
Future Prospects
Ongoing learning and development.
Reality Check
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates
Skills Required
- Keen interest in the childcare industry
- Dedication to working towards Apprenticeship
- Experience working with children aged 3-5
- Excellent communication skills together with sufficient understanding and use of English
Qualities Required
- Use of initiative
- Reliable
- Positive attitude
- Self-awareness
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
- Growth mind-set
- Enthusiastic
Qualifications Required
- English & maths GCSE at C/4, equivalent or above
- This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check which will be completed on offer
Training Provided
- Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
- Functional Skills maths and English
