Apprentice Early Years Practitioner Level 2 - Ref: TV09121

Whetstone Field Primary School

Beaufort Way, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0HJ

Apprentice Early Years Practitioner Level 2

We are currently seeking a Level 2 apprentice to train as an Early Years Practitioner in our school.  This post will be Monday to Friday, term time only plus 5 training days, from 9.00 – 3.15pm each day (1/2 hour lunch).  The apprenticeship period will be for 18 months starting in September 2021

Desired skills and personal qualities:

• Be fully supportive of the inclusive ethos of the school
• Be willing to learn
• Be a positive role model in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance
• Have the ability to organise and prioritise your own workload whilst working alone or as part of a team
• Give attention to detail
• Have the capacity, drive, passion and energy to succeed
• Hold yourself to high personal standards
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be committed to helping and supporting children from all backgrounds
• Follow safeguarding and child protection procedures including the ability to handle confidential information
• Have an excellent attendance record
• Have an adaptable and professional approach to the responsibilities of the post
• Have an understanding of and commitment to the equal opportunities policy
• Have sound ICT skills

Qualifications required:

GCSE English and Mathematics Grade A-C or equivalent Level 2 Functional Skills.

Rate of Pay:  The current National Minimum Wage for an apprentice is £4.30 an hour.  This rate applies to apprentices under 19 and those aged 19 or over who are in their first year.  Apprentices will be paid at least the minimum wage rate for their age if they are aged 19 or over AFTER completing their first year.  The minimum wage rates are £6.56 an hour for 18-20 year olds, £8.36 an hour for 21-24 year olds and £8.91 for anyone aged 25 and over.  Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that is part of their apprenticeship.

Whetstone Field Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Application forms are available via email: office@whetstonefield.co.uk 

If you require any further information, or have any queries please contact the school on 01922 743498

Last date for receipt of completed application: Wednesday 26^th May at 12 noon

Interviews to be held week beginning Monday 7^th June