Early Years Level 3 Apprentice

Some Experience of working with children aged 0-5 years would be an advantage
Education/Training Qualifications (desirable but not essential)
Level 2 Early Years Education and Childcare qualification or working towards level 2 or 3.


Skills and Abilities

You will have a professional and mature approach to work.
You will need to be flexible in relation to your working hours
Reliable and conscientious in your care of the children
You will need to be an effective team member.
You will have an understanding of the need to provide a stimulating, caring and consistent environment for children.
Be prepared to undertake additional training, i.e. Child Protection, Equal Opportunities.
You will need to be aware of the importance of working within set policies and guidelines.
Be able to work as part of a professional Childcare team.
Have a clear understanding of the importance of confidentiality
Have an understanding of children's needs and behaviour
The ability to set appropriate activities for children, which are stimulating and age appropriate.
To be able to help children respect people of different race, ability, gender, religion and culture.
To be motivated and to motivate the children and staff.
The ability to develop imaginative ideas