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Apprentice Childcare Educator JACQUELINE'S GEMS CHILDCARE SERVICES LTD

Jacqueline's Gems are searching for an enthusiastic, caring, and motivated individual that is wanting to complete their Level 2 course. They will then join the team of professionals to provide a high standard of childcare for children between the ages of 6 months - 5 years.

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Closing date: 31 May 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 to Friday exact shifts to be decided. The working day is 7:00 am to 6:30 pm.

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Jun 2022

  • Date posted

    06 May 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000042125

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • To contribute to a high standard of physical, emotional, social, and developmental care for children in the nursery through the creation of a stimulating, caring, inviting environment.
  • To ensure the developmental needs of the children are met through the provision of a planned early years’ curriculum in accordance with The Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage and Every Child Matters Guidelines.
  • To work as part of the staff team to uphold the ethos and high standards of the nursery in accordance with all policies, procedures, and practices.
  • To welcome, support, and work in partnership with parents and carers.

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

Core Components

  • BTEC Level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioners
  • Early Years Practitioner Personal Attributes and Behaviours
  • EPA

 

Subject to prior attainment

  • Functional Skills Maths Level 1/2
  • Functional Skills English Level 1/2
  • Essential Digital Skills ICT Level 1/2

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Further Training and potential full-time employment.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Number skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience, Motivated, Caring

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A-C / 9-4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A-C / 9-4) Desired

Things to consider

It is a very rewarding job as you will have an invaluable impact on the development of the children. It is a job that will keep you on your feet throughout the day.

About the employer

Starting as a childminder with a heart of passion and love, founder Jacqueline Eastwood started Jacqueline's Gems in 1997. Jacqueline is sadly no longer with us, but her goal was to work with parents to make the best future for the children and create a safe environment for them to thrive, her passion inspired her husband, David to become the first male childminder in Bexley, her legacy grows bigger every year and is run by her 3 children Danny, Kerry, and Amy.

Employer

JACQUELINE'S GEMS CHILDCARE SERVICES LTD

Address

11 STELLING ROAD

ERITH

DA8 3JH

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Training

Training provider

TRAINPLUS LTD

Contact

Cory Short

coryshort@trainplus.co.uk

01268574299

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

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