Childcare Apprenticeship – Canary Wharf

We believe that Happy Teachers, create Happy Children, who create Happy Families. And an important part of our approach is focused on the people, to understand what’s working, and what’s not. We do this to improve the experience and job satisfaction of our teaching teams.

We are looking for passionate individuals who want to make a difference in Early Years, Hatching Dragons will support you to gain qualifications in Early Years with our partners Shaping Lives and there is opportunity for progression within the Hatching Dragons family.

Day-Day Responsibilities

• Caring for children from 6 months to 5 years old: Ensuring the physical and emotional well-being of children, including supporting their daily needs and development.
• Organisational, record keeping, and planning skills: Assisting in maintaining accurate records of children’s progress, tracking their learning journey, and helping plan daily activities that align with developmental goals.
• Communication skills: Building strong relationships with children, colleagues, parents, and carers. Effectively communicating children’s progress, concerns, and needs.
• Willingness to learn and meet EYFS requirements: Demonstrating a commitment to understanding and implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework to provide high-quality education and care.
• Child welfare & safeguarding: Promoting a safe environment by ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of children are prioritized, following policies and procedures to protect their well-being.
• Understanding early years education: Being enthusiastic about early childhood development and engaging children in learning experiences that support their growth in all areas, going beyond the basics of the EYFS.
• Adherence to operational policies and procedures: Following the setting’s guidelines, routines, and health and safety protocols to ensure consistency and safety in the care and education provided.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Creative

Training

Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.

It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.

This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.

This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Early Years Practitioner – Level 2.

Prospects

Possibility of a full time role after the completion of the apprenticeship