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Apprentice Nursery Practitioner HUMMINGBIRDS DAY CARE LTD

Apprentice Nursery Practitioner required for Hummingbirds Day Nursery in Birmingham (B19). Excellent opportunity to earn, learn and gain a nationally recognised qualification in Childcare Level 3.

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Closing date: 28 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,754.20

    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, shift based between 7.30am - 6.30pm

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Nov 2022

  • Date posted

    18 Aug 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000048993

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties will include:

  • Promoting high standards of childcare for the successful achievement of the intellectual, emotional and social development of each child
  • Assisting individual needs in order to optimise progress and development
  • Carrying out effective and thorough daily programmes drawn up for each age-related activity
  • Ensuring rooms, toys and equipment are kept clean and in a safe condition and any maintenance needs or equipment breakages are reported
  • As a part of commitment to safety and hygiene of the children, ensure room is cleaned thoroughly each week, including disinfecting walls and paintwork once a month. Stains occurring from spillage should be cleaning immediately with an appropriate carpet cleaner
  • Ensuring all policies and procedures are compiled with

(The above duties cover both a Level 2 and 3 qualification, however, candidates that are eligible for a Level 3 will be required to work at a supervisory level and take on responsibilities associated with being a Team Leader).

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

Childcare Level 3 Qualification

Training will be delivered online/on employer site and managed by our assessors

20% off the job training guaranteed (7 hours out of 35 in working week) will go to training. Whether this be in the form of a "day off" or allocated during the working week is agreed upon by the employer. 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Possible opportunity to progress onto employment for the right candidate

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Patience, Adaptable, Enthusiasm, Caring nature, Passion to work with children, Ability to cope under pressure

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential

Things to consider

Please do not contact this employer. You must be eligible for the apprenticeship first with the training provider Gordon Franks Training, who will conduct the first interview (apply via the link as specified). Once successful, your details will then be forwarded to the employer, for you to be considered for this vacancy Please research the employer and Gordon Franks Training

About the employer

Hummingbirds Nursery is based in St. Georges Community Hub in Newtown (Birmingham) and was established in 2016. Our Outdoor facilities provide children with opportunities to explore and experiment as well as take supervised risks and meet new challenges. Inside, the nursery has three rooms: The toddler room which caters for children 2-3 years, the pre-school which caters for children 3-5 years and the afterschool room which caters for children aged 5-15. The bright and airy rooms are well equipped and provide a safe, stimulating environment where your child can enjoy growing into a confident, independent and sociable young person. Our aim is to offer a broad and balanced curriculum through a range of activities and experiences which are both challenging and familiar. Staff knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage allows them to plan activities and learning experiences to enhance individual learning enabling each child to flourish. Children's health and well-being are given high priority throughout our nursery, with a focus on healthy eating and fun outdoor exercise.

Employer

HUMMINGBIRDS DAY CARE LTD

Address

ST GEORGES COMMUNITY HUB

GREAT HAMPTON ROW

BIRMINGHAM

B19 3JG

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Training

Training provider

GORDON FRANKS TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Recruitment Team

recruitment@gordonfrankstraining.co.uk

0121 333 3001

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)

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