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Childcare Apprenticeship Level 2 CURIOUS CATERPILLARS LTD

Have you got a burning desire to work with children and make a positive impact on their development? This is a fantastic opportunity for someone keen to start their career in childcare. We are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice to join our friendly team whilst working towards a Diploma in Childcare.

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

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Closing date: 06 Sep 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,504.56 to £18,772.00

    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 Between the hours of 8am - 6pm

    Total hours per week: 38.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    12 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    19 May 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000045465

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

As an apprentice you will be a key member of the nursery team, your duties activities may include:

· Planning and delivering fun and educational activities with the children

· Play alongside and with children to support their play

· Contribute to children’s records through observation

· Assist with the supervision of children at rest times and at mealtimes

· Contribute in creating a safe, happy environment for the children

· Ensure the play area is clean and tidy at all times

This position would suit a candidate with a bubbly, outgoing personality who is able to work on their own initiative and is prepared to commit to the work required for an apprenticeship.

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

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Functional Skills Level 2 in maths and English, if required

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

There may be the opportunity to continue your employment at the end of the level 2 apprenticeship and progress to level 3.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 5/D) Desired

About the employer

We are a full-time day nursery in Stroud caring for children from 3 months to 5 years of age. We provide a caring, enabling environment where children feel safe, happy and secure to grow, learn and develop.

Employer

CURIOUS CATERPILLARS LTD

Address

DOWNFIELD LODGE

DOWNFIELD ROAD

STROUD

GL5 4HL

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Training

Training provider

ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Kellie Greenway

kgreenway@aspirationtraining.com

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: 06 Sep 2022