Apprentice Early Years Educator - LS21 2DF

• To contribute to a planning and delivering programme of activities suitable to the age range of children that you are working with in conjunction with other staff


• To make written observations and plan next steps for individuals and groups of children’s learning and development


• To contribute to the development of the continuous provision with the room ensuring that the needs of children of differing ages and stages of development are met


• To assist the room leader to work with parents of special needs children and outside agencies to achieve full integration in the nursery

Specific childcare tasks:

• To blend educational and developmental goals and learning opportunities into the routine of the day


• Washing, changing and providing personal care to children as required


• To manage children’s behaviour effectively and in line with nursery policy and any specific interventions a child may need


• Encourage children’s independence whenever possible


• To ensure that mealtimes are a time of pleasant social sharing


• Providing comfort and warmth to a poorly child


• Support all staff and engage in with the staff team, communicating effectively about the events of the day.


• Liaise with and support parents and other family members


• Attend staff meetings and other activities outside working hours


• To be flexible within the working practices of the nursery. Be prepared to help where needed, including to undertake certain domestic jobs within the nursery for example preparation of tea, cleaning, care of the outdoor area etc


• Record accidents and incidents, making sure parents/carers read and sign the form and ensuring the form is correctly filed away


• To ensure confidentiality of information received


• Ensure each child is signed in and out of the nursery and is collected by someone known to nursery


• To develop your role within the team, attend courses as available and read material relevant to your work to constantly refresh your skills


• In conjunction with the room team be aware of and plan for an environment and educational/care programme that meets the needs of individual children from differing cultures and religious backgrounds


• To have a smart, clean and professional appearance


• To be aware of the high profile of the nursery within the Otley community and to uphold its standards at all times


• Work alongside the manager and staff team to make sure that the philosophy of the nursery is fulfilled