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Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprentice Scribbles Day Nursery
An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to start their childcare career with an established nursery!
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 18 Aug 2022
Apprenticeship summary
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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).
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Working week
30 hours per week. Working is done in shifts with are TBD, and will be typically between 9-6, Monday-Friday.
Total hours per week: 30
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Expected duration
12 Months
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Possible start date
25 Aug 2022
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Date posted
01 Jul 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000056870
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
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Scribbles is a standalone private full day nursery. Our ethos is to give children in our care, love, fun and opportunities, and to lead by example in their development.
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To work as part of a team and be supportive of one another, behaving in a professional manner. They will form good relationships with other team members and families of the nursery.
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As an apprentice you are encouraged to work as part of the nursery team to gain as much practical experience as possible throughout the duration of your course.
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Your daily duties will include but not be limited to;
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To support qualified staff with daily routines in the nursery.
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To learn the skills of a early years practitioner, working practically as part of a team.
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To learn how to provide high quality childcare to our children.
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To show commitment to achieving the apprenticeship in the agreed timeframe.
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Ensure health, safety and wellbeing of the children.
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To ensure you attend all the training courses and staff meeting as required.
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To complete and submit work to agreed timelines.
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To work with all age groups.
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To never be left unsupervised with the children.
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Demonstrate a proactive approach using your initiative and showing resilience to take responsibility in getting things done.
To learn, understand and implement the Scribbles Day Nursery policies and procedures within the nursery. -
To understand the values and principles of the early years sector and implement in your daily routine with the children.
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To follow the Early Years Foundation Framework when caring for our children and keep up to date with changes in the framework.
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To contribute/complete children’s observations and records.
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Ensure you work as part of a team towards a common goal sharing ideas and feedback to create consistency.
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To understand and promote the ethos of the company and uphold the highest standards of childcare.
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Drive own development through active participation in progress reviews, appraisals, one to ones and requesting supervisions when required.
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Take a bold approach to your on and off the job training.
In house training and appropriate e learning courses. -
To arrive in the nursery and for training following the correct company uniform every day-see employee handbook for details.
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To be a reliable member of the team.
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The interview process will involve an interview followed by an activity with a group of children.
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Salary is National Minimum Wage depending on age;
16-17 = £4.81
18-20 = £6.83
21-22 = £9.18
23+ = £9.50
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider supporting over 4,000 learners through their training, and 1,500 organisations to consistently deliver high quality Apprenticeships across their businesses. Paragon Skills achieves some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry. Its extensive experience across multiple specialisms has contributed to an overall achievement rate of 71.4% (2018/19) exceeding the national average of 65.6%, and an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating. On completion of the 12 month duration apprenticeship you will have gained: Level 2 Early Years Practitioner City & Guilds. You will also gain Paediatric First Aid certificate.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Career progression opportunities for the right candidate..Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Other Standard English (Grade n/a) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
Scribbles Day Nursery
Address
Rayley Lane, North Weald
Essex
CM16 6AR
Training
Training provider
PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard
Early years practitioner
Level 2 (GCSE)
Employer's Application Instructions
To apply, you must register with GetMyFirstJob and then follow the instructions to complete your application.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 18 Aug 2022