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Nursery Educator Apprenticeship SUNBEAMS ADADEMY LTD

The apprenticeship lasts for 13 months and will be supported by an assessor throughout the apprenticeship, as well as a mentor within the nursery. This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment and punctuality for you to be successful. This apprenticeship will open doors to a variety of future roles and career paths within the childcare sector.

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Closing date: 14 Dec 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

    Apprentices are required to be flexible to meet the needs of the business, and punctuality is key. Working as part of a team and using your own initiative are essential. The average working week will be between 30-40 hours, Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    16 Dec 2022

  • Date posted

    11 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000093902

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Supporting the development of the childcare provision
  • Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures the child learns whilst having fun
  • Assisting in meeting OFSTED requirements
  • Being a team player
  • Providing challenging and stimulating activities for children appropriately
  • Responsibility for equal opportunity in delivery
  • Supporting children’s learning and development
  • Supporting children’s self-help needs
  • Being creative and enthusiastic
  • Following Safeguarding rules and regulations

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

Level 3 - Advanced Diploma Early Years Educator - Your apprenticeship will last for 13 months. You will be supported by an assessor throughout your apprenticeship, as well as a mentor within the nursery. You will also be asked to undertake Paediatric First Aid.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a full time position upon successful completion. Other prospects could include applying for:

  • Room leader positions
  • Possible management training
  • Springboard into primary education
  • Paediatric nursing
  • Continuous development in current nursery setting

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

You will need to attend online training with your Assessor for 10 days out of your 13-month apprenticeship, for your classroom-based learning and you will be working within the nursery for the rest of the time with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor.

About the employer

Sunbeams Day Nursery has been caring for and educating Leytonstone’s children for over 15 years. Our nursery is based in a pretty Victorian house with large gardens and big airy rooms which are decorated in a homely, bright and cheerful way.

Employer

SUNBEAMS ADADEMY LTD

Address

17 MAFEKING ROAD

LONDON

N17 9BG

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Training

Training provider

LEAPING MAN LEARNING LIMITED

Contact

Lucy Walters

lw@swiftcc.co.uk

07534 814 890

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)

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