Job description: Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Whitchurch MontessoriThe Aspire Training Team are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Whitchurch Montessori Whitchurch Montessori is a pre-school born out of a desire to give their children the best possible introduction to education both inside and outside of the classroom.
Founded by Julia Lymbery and Sharon King the School's mission is very clear: "To help as many people as possible to reach self-actualisation" Whitchurch Montessori's teachers are calm, insightful and full of love for the child.
They have been recruited for both their vision and skill and work tirelessly to ensure that the environment is kept perfectly in line with each child's needs and interests.
Your roles and responsibilities will include; To observe a safe and stimulating environmentCommunicate with families and updating them on progress Updating notes on the children's development, to assess their stage of developmentPlan activities in line with children's interestEach staff member is assigned a project, something that they are interest in, and plan an activity for the children around that, this could be anything form singing, dancing, cooking or whatever takes their fancyCandidates will cover all aspects of personal care including nappy changing and toiletingAssist and support the children helping at mealtimesHave a natural interest in being outdoors.
The Successful candidates must have the right skills to support the children to be able to achieve the following, and it's the aim that each child that progresses from Whitchurch Montessori has the following – Has built a foundation of independence that will serve them in their livesHas developed both social awareness and social skills ensuring that their relationships are positive and vibrantHas high self-esteem and empathy for othersHas confidence in their problem solving ability and own intelligenceHas an understanding that in service to others there is a joy that does not come from anywhere elseHas received a world class pre-school education Requirements; You must be able to gain a clear DBSGCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English Language, or equivalent are desiredHave knowledge or be familiar with the Montessori philosophy and ethosLevel 2 in Childcare is desired but not essential Experience in childcare is desired Qualities Required; Must be a good communicator as will speaking with familiesHave the desire to self-develop Hours; Whitchurch Montessori are open from 08:00-18:00 Monday to Friday, all year roundThe successful candidate will be required to work 38 hours per week, with shift patterns to be discussed ASPSE1