Working for a variety of providers has helped Harmony gain the desirable experience she needed to stand out when she applied at JenniWren’s childcare. Her enthusiasm for learning is also a valuable trait in any childcare practitioner. Day-to-day, Harmony is able to apply what she has learnt on her childcare course to lead many activities which benefit the children:
Harmony says: “I enjoy leading activities such as baking cakes, gardening and crafts. The children enjoy daily outings and we make the most of the local parks, farms and library.
“I look forward to work each morning. I think carefully about the activities for the day and how they will meet each child’s needs and abilities. I put a lot of effort into planning the activities and it’s lovely to see the children enjoying them.”
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There are many advantages for Harmony to be able to work alongside Jenni. Not only can she learn what it takes to organise and run a childcare business, but she is also learning how to provide the highest level of childcare [Jenni was rated “outstanding” by Ofsted in 2012]. Looking ahead to the future, Harmony has many aspirations for her career.
“On completing my apprenticeship I hope to remain working with JenniWren’s childcare on a full time basis."
“One day, I would like to open a childcare setting of my own so that I am able to feel the same as Jenni does when she sees the children grow and benefit from her care.”
Here’s what Jenni has to say about Harmony:
“I needed somebody who could provide a positive role model to the children with anti-discriminatory practice in all areas of work and who could adhere to all the setting’s policies and procedures.”
“Thanks to Harmony’s childcare course she has a sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and understands the importance of safeguarding and welfare responsibilities involved with working with children.” Jenni explains.
She adds: “Harmony has exceeded my expectations and is on her way to becoming a fantastic childcare practitioner.”
Jenni was rated as 'outstanding' by Ofsted