Early Years Educator and Apprentice – Hey Days Nursery/Kirkdale Pre-School

Hey Days Nursery/Kirkdale Pre-School, are looking for an Early Years Educator and Apprentice

The ideal candidate would preferably have experience and a relevant qualification (NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent). The Apprentice Position will receive on-site training working towards a level 3 Early Years Educator Qualification.

A good working knowledge of the EYFS/Child development, Safeguarding, SEND and Ofsted standards in a nursery setting would be of benefit, however we would work with you to develop your knowledge.

The daily duties involve:

• Working with children 0-5 years to provide a high standard of care for children within the setting
• Planning activities both indoors and outdoors
• Observing children and monitoring progress using the Early Years Foundation Stage, using an online system
• Ensuring key paperwork is up-to -date
• Safeguarding children and to ensuring their Health and safety by following policies and procedures within setting
• Working as part of a team to ensure children reach their full potential in caring manner
• Developing partnerships with parents
• Liaising with outside agencies where required, ensuring the children’s needs are met

Two references are required prior to employment.

The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check prior to employment and will be required to go on the update service.

If you would like further information, please call 01484 689305. The closing date for this post is 3^rd February 2025.

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to info@heydays-nursery.co.uk

Responsibilities and Duties

As per the job summary

Qualifications and Skills

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent

Job Types: Full-time (based on 4.5 days)

Benefits:

• Staff discount for childcare
• On-site parking
• 29 days holiday (including Bank holidays)
• Pension Scheme

Salary dependent upon experience and qualification per hour for qualified. The apprenticeship pay scale for the duration of training programme depending on age.

Schedule

• Hours flexible between 7.30 -6pm, Monday – Friday (min hours 37.5 hours per week)