Childcare Apprenticeship

We are currently looking to recruit a Childcare Apprentice to join us at Tops Day Nurseries to complete their Level 2 Early Years Educator Qualification.
At Tops Day Nurseries we have an outstanding reputation in delivering the most sustainable childcare and education across the region, taking great care of the children, our environment, our local community and our colleagues.
Employees benefit from being minutes away from Wareham high street and the pretty Wareham Quay. There are also convenient transport links with both the bus stop and train station being less than a 5 minute walk away
The 47 place nursery is located near Wareham Forest, and with such convenient transport links, we are able to provide exciting opportunities for children to explore the outdoors. The nursery run a number of extra-curricular activities including Tops Forest School, cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, meditation and much more
If you want to play a pivotal role in educating the next generation in an award winning, sustainable day nurseryjoin our family today
**Your Responsibilities and Duties will involve**:

- Assist in providing a safe environment for children
- Assisting with daily, weekly and monthly checks around the nursery
- Assist in ensuring the unit is clean and tidy and assist in meal preparation
- Assist colleagues with developing and maintaining good relationships with local schools, charities and involvement with the community (e.g. parades, visiting care homes)
- Taking children on trips out and assist on picking up from school
- Able to support children’s behaviour and act as a role model
- Support in ensuring the environment is stimulating and appropriate including layout, display of resources, displays and equal opportunities

**Requirements**:
We are looking for someone who is passionate and enthusiastic about beginning their career in child care.
You will need to take this role seriously, and be able to demonstrate a good work ethic and be able to communicate effectively with the people around you, making sure that you treat both other staff and children with respect and care at all times.
- A flexible option to work 4 days week
- Up to 60% discount for Childcare within Tops Day Nurseries
- 29 days annual holiday entitlement (pro rata)
- Company pension
- Staff welfare scheme

**Job Types**: Part-time, Contract

**Salary**: £5.29 per hour