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Vacancy details
- Reference Number
- VAC2000033001
- Closing Date
- Level
- Advanced (Level 3)
- Duration
- 1 Year 6 Months
- Planned Start Date
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- £12,480 a year
- Apprenticeship Area
- Education and early years
- Training Course
- Early years educator (level 3)
Job description
Willow Farm Primary School is looking for a caring, enthusiastic Apprentice Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about working with young children to start a career in education or childcare while gaining a recognised qualification and hands-on experience.
Our Early Years team is passionate about creating inspiring learning opportunities both indoors and outdoors, helping children develop confidence, independence and a love of learning from the very beginning of their school journey.
The successful candidate will work alongside experienced staff within our thriving Early Years provision, supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing in a nurturing and engaging environment.
We are proud to offer:
- A highly supportive and friendly staff team
- Excellent professional development opportunities
- A strong nurturing ethos and inclusive practice
- A successful and growing Early Years provision including our 26-place nursery
- An OPAL Platinum Award for Play Excellence
- A Platinum School Games Award
- A positive learning environment where staff wellbeing matters
What We Can Offer:
- A supportive apprenticeship programme with mentoring and training
- Hands-on experience within a successful Early Years setting
- Opportunities to work alongside experienced teachers and support staff
- Professional development and career progression opportunities
- A welcoming and inclusive school community
- Experience supporting children’s early learning, communication and development
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Is enthusiastic about working with young children
- Is patient, caring and nurturing
- Has good communication and interpersonal skills
- Is willing to learn and develop professionally
- Can work effectively as part of a team
- Demonstrates reliability, initiative and professionalism
- Has GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or is willing to work towards these if required for the apprenticeship)
- Has an interest in education, childcare or child development
Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential.
Vacancy information
Monday - Friday. Times to be confirmed. Term time only
30 hours per week
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- GCSE Maths and English 9-4 / C (Essential)
Possible permanent position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship.
Employer information
Willow Farm Primary School is a welcoming, inclusive and nurturing school at the heart of the community, where every child belongs. We are proud of our strong relationships, high expectations and commitment to developing the whole child.
Our PRIDE values — Positive, Responsible, Inquisitive, Determined and Empathetic — underpin everything we do. We believe children learn best through meaningful experiences, play, exploration and positive relationships.
Vacancy location
Address Details:
Willow Farm Primary School
Willow Lane
Gedling
Nottingham
NG4 4BN