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Apprentice Childcare Practitioner (35427) THE SUNFLOWER CHILDRENS CENTRE LIMITED

A fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated person with a passion to start a career in childcare. The Sunflower Childrens Centre in Hyde are offering an apprenticeship with first class training within our family based Centre.

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

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Closing date: 14 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    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 rota between 7.30am - 6.00pm.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    24 Oct 2022

  • Date posted

    24 Aug 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000080521

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Some of your main duties will be:

  • Interact and support the children's learning educationally, socially and emotionally
  • To work as part of a team
  • Liaise with parents and carers
  • To attend staff meetings and training needs
  • To be responsible for a key group
  • To observe and assess children carrying out educational activities
  • To support and facilitate the cleanliness and smooth running of the setting

How you will be supported:

Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next:

New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:

  • More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
  • Any training you need to complete
  • What the next steps will be

How you could get there:

If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

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

Full apprenticeship training provided, working towards an Intermediate Level Apprenticeship gaining a Level 2 early years practitioner qualification.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Organisation skills, Passion for Childcare, Willingness to learn, Motivated, Good listener, A get up and go attitude

Qualifications

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

About the employer

The Sunflower Children's Centre is an innovative day nursery offering full flexible day care and a support partnership for parents. Sunflower is owned and managed by Mums who want to deliver the best care possible.

Employer

THE SUNFLOWER CHILDRENS CENTRE LIMITED

Address

VICTORIA STREET

HYDE

SK14 4AA

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Training

Training provider

THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

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: 14 Oct 2022