Location: Clitheroe
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Chatburn Pre-School is a friendly, community-based Early Years setting located in the heart of Clitheroe. We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive and develop through play, exploration, and high-quality care.
We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated L2 Early Years Practitioner to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering outstanding early years education and care for children.
Job Description
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Key areas:
- Work with children
- Teamwork
- Liaise with parent/carers
- Assist management when required
Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
- Provide high-quality care and learning experiences tailored to individual children’s needs
- Build strong relationships with children, families, and staff
- Observe, assess, and record children’s development and progress
- Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment
- Support children with personal care and routines
- Contribute to planning and implementing engaging activities that promote learning and development
- Work collaboratively as part of a team and attend staff meetings/training
You will study the Level 2 Early years Apprenticeship at Blackburn College one day a week. All applicants must complete a remote initial assessment for Blackburn College before an interview will take place with the employer. Once successful the candidate will work with the employer 4 days a week, and attend Blackburn College for 1 day a week for training. This is an Apprenticeship which will last for a minimum of 15 months to be completed.
Skills
- Good communication skills
- Experience working with children
Personal Qualities
- Reliable, approachable, and friendly
- Flexible and able to use own initiative
- Can manage workload effectively
Qualifications
Applicants will be required to attend an initial assessment at Blackburn College
Future Prospects
Progression to the next level Apprenticeship
Contact
Apprenticeship Team
01254 292500
Apprenticeships@blackburn.ac.uk
