Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship, Bandon Hill Primary School

What will the apprentice be doing?

·        To provide a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment both indoors and outdoors at all times

·        To deliver appropriate play based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum that enables children to make individual progress

·        Adhering to the school’s policies and procedures, including how to deal with child protection issues appropriately and how to respond to incidents, accidents, complaints and emergencies

·        Following the school’s Behaviour Policy, remaining vigilant so that both positive praise and sanctions are given appropriately

·        To work in partnership with other colleagues, parents/carers and other professionals

·        Working in close co-operation with other school staff, being part of the school team

·        To ensure records are properly maintained, e.g. daily attendance register, accident and incident book, risk assessments

·        To liaise with mentor and assessor and prepare yourself for your assessment visits

·        Support children to develop numeracy and language skills through play and games

·        Contributing to the happy atmosphere of the school

·        Having a willingness to undergo relevant training, as available

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

·        Level 3 Standard in Early years

·        Level 3 NVQ in Early years Practitioner

·        Functional skills at Level 2 If required

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

A career in childcare with the opportunities to develop further in the Early years sector

Desired skills and personal qualities

·        Communication skills

·        Attention to detail

·        Organisation skills

·        Team working

·        Initiative

·        Non judgemental

·        Patience

·        Self-motivated

·        Ability to adapt to changes

Qualifications

·        GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C / 4) essential

·        GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C / 4) essential

Things to consider

Medical Examination: The appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report Disclosure & Barring Check (DBS): This appointment is subject to the receipt of a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring check.

About the employer

The Greenshaw Learning Trust Mission Statement We are ambitious for our schools and their students. We believe that there is no ceiling on what can be achieved by anyone, regardless of their circumstances or background. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment, giving every young person the opportunity to fulfil their potential now, and in the future. We seek to realise the power of individuals and organisations working together in collaboration whilst retaining their individuality, and we recognise that we can always improve.

Employer

Bandon Hill Primary School