Jess Quigley
Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 2
2024-current
Nursery Practitioner at Little People at The Limes Nursery
If you are thinking about doing this Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship, it is beneficial as you are able to learn the practical skills in the work place, whilst achieving a qualification.
Jess has just successfully completed her Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship at Lancaster & Morecambe College, and was awarded the highest grade of Distinction. She is currently employed as a Nursery Practitioner at Little People at the Limes Nursery near Preston, offering quality care and pre-school education for children aged from babies to 5 years old
One of the most enjoyable aspects of the course for Jess has been the ability to continue working while studying, allowing her to feel fully settled in her nursery setting while gaining the experience and knowledge needed to complete her qualification.
A key skill I have developed during my time at LMC is understanding the theory behind my job role, which has helped me to apply this knowledge confidently in my everyday practice in the nursery with the children and my work colleagues.
Studying at LMC has also supported Jess professionally by deepening her understanding of legislation, guidance and child development, all while remaining in her role as a Nursery Practitioner, caring for and educating children aged 2–3.
Her proudest achievement during her time at college is achieving a Distinction in her Level 2 Early Years Practitioner exam, a milestone that reflects her hard work and dedication, and she is planning to progress onto the Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Level 3 which will continue to expand and develop her knowledge of the Childcare industry.
“If you are thinking about doing this Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship, it is beneficial as you are able to learn the practical skills in the work place, whilst achieving a qualification
YOUR TUTOR(S)
My favourite part of my job is helping people achieve their GCSE English, a key qualification which will open doors for them in the future.
I would say come to College, study Beauty Therapy, be pampered, pamper clients, but be prepared to work hard for the qualifications to get far in the industry. It's a very rewarding career to go into, putting smiles on clients faces and giving them a new found confidence.
I was keen to join the fantastic team at LMC and to broaden my horizons after teaching and leading in primary education for many years.
I would recommend LMC as a fantastic place to study sport and continue your development and interests in football. Your studies link to your football development as much as possible, helping you gain the knowledge, skills and experiences to pursue a career in sport in the future.
My favourite aspect of my role is seeing learners who struggle to believe in themselves when they first begin their journey at LMC, but eventually realise that they are very capable. It is a lightbulb moment when they realise they can be or do anything they want to. Learners walk through our gates unsure of themselves and sometimes struggle to believe in their abilities, but by the end of their journey they walk out of LMC confident and ready to take on the world.
In my role as a course tutor I’m responsible for ensuring that my students develop in many areas, and not just Hairdressing. I like to encourage my students to improve their well-being as well as support them with their personal development and learning journey, to gain the knowledge to be successful within their course to achieve the qualifications they need to progress in the industry.
ALUMNI
Lydia Corney
Philip Dunn
Emma Ford
Jess Quigley
