Hopscotch Day Nurseries Hiring for Day Nursery Apprentice Job at Lee-on-the-Solent, England Full Time

Job listing- Apprentice Practitioner

Hopscotch is a group of nurseries in Hampshire and Southampton. We opened our first setting in Gosport in 2005 and are proud of what we have achieved across the group so far.

Everyone at Hopscotch is passionate about what they do – providing outstanding childcare.  We value and support out team members throughout their employment with us, from those that join us as Apprentices through to our Senior Leadership Team. Everyone has the opportunity to progress.

We are invested in our team members and provide opportunities to train in NVQ 3 through to degree status, we also provide unlimited access to essential and personal development training to ensure that each individual can progress at their own pace. When you work for Hopscotch you are part of a team that is invested in the high quality of care we provide our children and parents.

Our employees benefit from 25 days leave per year as well as accruing an additional 2 days for three years continuous service. We also treat you to a Birthday Day off, Christmas leave, Discounted childcare, uniform and unlimited training opportunities at no cost.

We would love for you to join us and find out for yourself how much we care for our Employees, Children and Families.

CHILDCARE and EDUCATION

· Have an awareness of Child Protection, Safeguarding and being able to report any concerns

· Recognise each child as an individual appreciating their development, recording and observing their progress and planning their next steps based on their interests

· Supervise children at all times

· Assist in the provision of an appealing, creative and stimulating room and environment

· Be actively involved in the planning process proposing activities appropriate for the age range in accordance with the guidelines as laid out in the Early Learning Goals

· Assist with all nursery activities as and when required

· Attend relevant courses and training sector

· Work to all legislative standards and guidelines

OPERATIONAL

· Be a responsible, reliable and effective member of staff working flexibly as part of the team

· Communicate clearly and efficiently with parents/guardians in regards to their child’s development encouraging active participation and interest in their child’s continual development and progress

· Assist in the care, maintenance and cleaning of all toys and equipment within the nursery, recording and reporting any maintenance or safety issues/irregularities

· Ensure all company forms are filled out correctly

· Be familiar with and work within all company policies and procedures

· Ensure all company policies are adhered to and report any breach in procedure

HEALTH and SAFETY

· Take responsibility for your own personal awareness of all emergency and security procedures, drop of and collection policies.

· Work to the highest standard of cleanliness in all areas of the nursery paying particular attention to the nappy changing, food service and sleep areas

· Ensure the highest levels of your own personal hygiene and to the cleanliness of the children

STAFF

· Attend all staff meetings as required

· Participate in the company’s appraisal scheme establishing and working to a Personal Development Plan

· Participate in all internal and external training/coaching courses as and when identified.

· Participate in the company mentoring scheme.

· Be committed to the successful and prompt completion of your Level 2 and Level 3 Qualifications

Person Specification

Essential

· Natural affinity to children

· Strong communication skills

· Ability to work well in a team and independently

· Reliable and trustworthy

· Able to build relationships with others

· Strong customer service skills

· Ability to work under pressure

· Caring nature

· Energetic

· Willing to learn and progress further in knowledge

Desirable

· Former experience working in a childcare environment e.g. day nursery/after school club/school

· Knowledge of OFSTED, EYFS and other relevant childcare policies and programs

· Knowledge of safeguarding and the role of a DSL

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Salary: £11,440.00-£14,560.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday