Required Documents
- Copies of your GCSE certificates (Maths & English grades C and above, or level 2 in each – essential to apply)
- Any copies of safeguarding/ child protection training and level.
- Two contacts and addresses for written references (one needs to be current employer)
Practical Session
It is important to us that you feel as comfortable and confident working within our environment as we are with you working within the nursery with children. We will show you around our facilities and give you the opportunity to work within each of our classrooms and ask the team questions.
Preparation and Safety
Safety is paramount with working with children, so ensure you come prepared and wear appropriate clothing. To ensure you are suitable for this position we ask that you provide a written plan of an activity, prepare with all your resources, and can confidentially lead a practical lesson with our pre‑school (ages 3‑4). You will be responsible for a group of eight children and the session needs to last for a minimum of 30‑40 minutes. We ask that you incorporate into your planning the primary and specific areas of the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage), think about how to simplify and extend activities, and what a follow‑up activity could be. This is an important part of the process and will be discussed with you during feedback at the end of the day.
The Interview
The interview is led by our nursery manager and supported by a senior member of the team. We will ask you questions on the following areas:
Interview Questions
- Your history and experience
- SEN, Training and qualification(s)
- Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS (primary & specific areas)
- Safeguarding and procedure in dealing with ‘what to do if you are worried a child has been abused’
- Your practical session and your time within each of the classrooms.
This is an opportunity for us to ask you questions and also for you to question us. In the meantime we ask that you familiarise yourself with the company by looking on our website: www.earlylearnersnurseryltd.co.uk
Essential Qualifications & Experience
To be a proactive practitioner who supports and delivers confidently the EYFS. To provide a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment in which babies and young children are supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential. To offer full and practical support in the day to day running of the nursery. To be flexible to the needs of the business. Must have a minimum Early Years qualification of a level 2 diploma in childcare, equivalent or higher to apply for this position. To start an apprenticeship you have to be aged 16 or older and no longer in full‑time education. Flexible to work between 7am – 6pm, Monday – Friday, to be flexible to the needs of the business. GCSE or equivalent (preferred).
Experience
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification
- Cache Level 2 in Childcare (preferred)
- Early Years Educator Level 2 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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