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Childcare Assistant Apprentice SMARTY'S NURSERY LTD

A fantastic opportunity to begin your career in early year’s education has arisen.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 29 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £7,503.60

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday - 09:00 to 15:00

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    09 May 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000041833

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Contribute to a warm & stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially & educationally through individual attention & group activities Give support to other team members Be constantly aware of the childrens’ needs Must be in compliance with the nursery’s equal opportunities policy Develop strong partnerships and communications with parents/carers Be aware of sections 7 and 8 of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 Commit to Safeguarding children

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Apprentices will be required to attend college at least x1 day per week either at Uxbridge, Harrow or Hayes Campus completing necessary mandatory training and units associated with the apprenticeship. 

The apprentice will be required to complete:

  • Full Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification
  • Employment Rights and Responsibilities
  • Skills, Knowledge, and Behaviours
  • Standard and End Point Assessment
  • Functional Skills in English, Maths, and ICT (if required) 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Could lead to permanent position.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 3-9 / A*-D) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 3-9 / A*-D) Essential

About the employer

We are an exciting Ofsted registered organisation which operates three nurseries set in safe and secure grounds with a spacious environment for children aged 18 months -5 years.

Employer

SMARTY'S NURSERY LTD

Address

1 Kingshill Close

Hillingdon

Hayes

UB4 8DD

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Training

Training provider

HCUC

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 29 Aug 2022