Early Years level 2 Practitioner Apprentice - Level 2
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Company: Redmires Lodge Day Nursery
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Location: Sheffield, S10 4NP
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £1,208.00 per month
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Sector: Early Years
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Ref: VAC-01309
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Application Deadline Date: 25/08/2025
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Start Date: 03/09/2025
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday
Brief Description
We are looking for an early years apprentice who will become part of our team under the direction of the manager. You will learn to provide quality care for young children which meets the individual needs of children attending the setting.
Qualifications Required
Ideally hold A-C GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent
Applicants who already have a Level 2 in Childcare will be able to undertake the Level 3 qualification
Personal Qualities
•Stamina and a lot of energy.
•Patience and tolerance.
•A sense of fun.
•To be understanding and able to give encouragement.
• Passionate about childcare
Skills Required
•Good communication and interpersonal skills.
•Good standard of oral and written English
•Basic ICT skills
•Creativity and imagination.
Training to be Provided
Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.
You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
• Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid
• Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.
Future Prospects
Opportunity to progress onto Early Years Educator Level 3 / advanced lead practitioner Level 5 apprenticeship
Vacancy Detail
Redmires Lodge Nursery and Pre- school is rated OUTSTANDING by Ofsted in their most recent inspection. We are situated in an enviable location on the edge of Sheffield just 5 minutes from Broomhill and the Central Hospitals.
We are looking for a committed Early Years Practitioner Apprentice to work within our qualified team, in this idyllic location in our purpose built facility.
During your apprenticeship, duties will include;
-Adhering to the policies and procedures of the nursery
-Ensuring confidentiality is maintained within the Nursery
-Working as part of a team
-The care and supervision of the children with regard to their physical, emotional and intellectual needs
-Working with the staff team with regards to the planning, preparation of activities, to meet children’s individual needs, liaising with parents and ensuring effective communication within the Nursery
-Offering all children equal opportunities with regard to their religious persuasion, racial origins, gender, disabilities, cultural or linguistic background; in particular, challenging situations where racism or discrimination is displayed
-Observing children and understanding the processes of their development
-Positive management of children’s behaviour
-Preparation, care, cleanliness and maintenance of the Nursery rooms and equipment
-Laundry duties
-Attendance of staff meetings as arranged by the Nursery Manager
-Attending associated training
-Participating in parent’s evenings and open days
Any other duties appropriate to the position as directed by the Nursery Manager and Directors
Other Information
Realise is an established training provider that’s enjoying an exciting period of growth following a management buyout and rebrand in late 2020.