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.