Early Years Apprentice

Working within a diverse and supportive team, the Early Years Apprentice will help nurture positive self-image and holistic development in children, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds and pupils with special educational needs. This role supports New Marske’s vision of inclusion, high expectations, and community engagement, ensuring every child’s potential is realised in a calm, productive, and welcoming setting. Supporting Learning and Development: Provide learning programmes tailored to individual or groups of children, appropriate to their developmental stages and needs, in accordance with Early Years legislation and guidance Assist in planning and delivering stimulating activities that promote physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development Supervision and Environment Management: Supervise designated areas or rooms within the early years setting, managing the ratio of children to adults to ensure safety and effective learning Maintain a high-quality environment that is safe, welcoming, and conducive to learning, ensuring all health and care needs of pupils are met Ensure resources and equipment are used appropriately, cleaned, and stored safely Communication and Partnership with Parents/Carers: Communicate regularly with parents and carers, sharing information about children’s progress and developmental needs in a sensitive and professional manner Promote positive relationships between the setting and the wider community, supporting the school’s inclusive ethos Teamwork and Inclusion: Work collaboratively with the early years team to provide a consistent, high-quality provision that reflects the school’s values of respect, inclusion, and care for all pupils Encourage positive self-image and respect for diversity, supporting children and families regardless of cultural heritage, race, religious beliefs, disability, or gender Health, Safety, and Compliance: Follow all health and safety policies and procedures rigorously, adhering to legislative and organisational guidance Understand and comply with all school policies and procedures, including safeguarding, reporting any concerns or non-compliance immediately to management Promotion of the Setting: Actively promote the early years setting to parents and the community, contributing to the school’s reputation as a calm, inclusive, and supportive environment Self-awareness and Professional Responsibility: Demonstrate a clear understanding of own role and areas of responsibility within the team Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times