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Shining Stars - Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeship Shining Stars Childminding

The Aspire Training Team are looking for a confident and reliable individual to complete their Level 2 Child Care Apprenticeship with Shining Stars Childminding in Bournemouth. Shining Stars is a small childcare setting which first opened back in 2014, they have 2 rooms and cater to children from birth until they are 11 years old.

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Closing date: 26 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

    You will need to be punctual and flexible, being able to work around the settings opening hours of 7:30am – 6pm, Monday to Friday working a total of 30 hours across 5 days.

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    29 Aug 2022

  • Date posted

    29 Jun 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000057648

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Being involved in planning exciting and stimulating activities for the children
  • Participating in activities including story time, messy play etc
  • Accompanying the children on day trips
  • Supporting with eating and personal care
  • Accompanying the children on walks to and from school
  • Helping to keep the setting clean and tidy
  • Gain as much practical experience as possible throughout the apprenticeship
  • Ensuring that records are kept up to date.
  • Keeping up to date with all coursework.

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

  • Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeship standard
  • Functional Skills Level 2 English
  • Functional Skills Level 2 Maths

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Potential to gain permanent employment within the setting
  • Potential to progress onto achieveing your Level 3 Early Years Educator Childcare Apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Team working, Good with children, Friendly, Flexible, Reliable, Confident, Motivated

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Level 2 English (Grade 4/C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Level 2 Maths (Grade 4/C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent GCSE English (Grade 4/C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent GCSE Maths (Grade 4/C) Desired
Other Must be able to obtain a clear DBS (Grade -) Essential

About the employer

Shining Stars is a small childcare setting which first opened back in 2014, they have 2 rooms and cater to children from birth until age 11 This is an amazing opportunity for someone looking to continue their career in childcare, joining a fantastic Childcare setting, gaining hands on experience and learning from a qualified and experienced Childcare professional.

Employer

Shining Stars Childminding

Address

20 Dowlands Road

Bournemouth

BH10 5LG

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Training

Training provider

ASPIRE TRAINING TEAM LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

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