Do you have a passion to work with children while gaining an early year’s qualification?
Kïdo has a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring apprentice to join our Team. We are looking for enthusiastic and fun individuals who are ambitious and open to a play-based learning experience. If this sounds like you continue reading and APPLY TODAY!
Why Kïdo?
Kïdo are a network of innovative international nurseries. We take elements from Montessori, Reggio Emilia and Waldorf Steiner, and combine them with beautiful learning spaces and 21st century technology. Our customised experiences are the most effective way for children to develop their cognitive, social, physical, and creative abilities. Our vision is to create a truly modern Early Years environment that meets the needs of both children and their parents. As part of our apprenticeship program you will be trained and observed in the Nursery while working towards gaining an early year’s qualification. A Level 2 course takes up to 18 months to complete and a Level 3 course usually takes approximately 2 years.The apprenticeship program is work-based and you will be allocated time to complete any relevant coursework. Once you have completed your early years training and received your certificate, you will have the opportunity to apply for a qualified position at Kïdo. You will also receive additional CPD training in Safeguarding and First Aid.
Requirements
The role of an Apprentice
- You'll create meaningful relationships with the children, your team and with parents to provide the best service for our families.
- Ensure that every child's wellbeing is met providing a thriving and safe environment.
- Safeguarding all children in the setting and making sure any child protection concerns are always appropriately acted upon immediately.
- You will observe, monitor and support delivering activities and learning experiences linked to the EYFS.
- Ensure children’s progress and achievements are regularly and effectively assessed and recorded. Including any activities, served meals and medication administered.
- Meet the needs of individual children, having an awareness of any disabilities, family cultures, and medical histories.
- Learn and maintain high standards in the nursery.
- Support and serve food to children, ensuring any special dietary requirements are met at all times.
What you need
- A positive can-do attitude
- A true passion for Early Years and Childcare
- Some experience of working in a nursery or with children.
- GCSEs graded A-C in Maths and English or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English.
If you don't already have these qualifications you will be required to study functional skills alongside your Early Years qualification
Benefits
Benefits
- 7.20 per hour
- Annual performance related pay reviews
- Company awards and celebrations twice a year
- 150 refer a friend bonus for recommending Kïdo to friend
Kido is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Kido will ensure that our recruitment procedures meet the standards set out in our safer recruitment policy (available upon request) and our selection criteria prevents unsuitable people from gaining access to children. As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care successful candidates are expected to undergo pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS and barred lists check.
* All applications will be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010