Childcare Apprenticeship – Level 3 CHESTNUTS CHILDCARE & TRAINING LTD

The Childcare Apprenticeship is for 13 months. You will be supported by an assessor from SWIFT Childcare as well as a mentor within the nursery. This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment & punctuality for you to be successful. You will be supporting the development of the childcare provision and will be providing an excellent range of activities that ensures the child learns whilst having fun. This apprenticeship will open doors to a variety of future roles & career paths within the childcare sector.

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Closing date: 26 Jul 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,236.80 to £16,255.20

    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

    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 own initiative are essential. The average working week will be between 30-40 hours, Monday - Friday, shifts TBC.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    24 Aug 2023

  • Date posted

    14 Nov 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000105587

  • Positions

    3 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. Apprentices must successfully evidence a First Aid qualification approved by EYFS.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a permanent 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, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

You will need to attend online training with your Assessor for 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

At Chestnuts, we give children opportunities to experience a rich language environment, to develop their confidence and skills in expressing themselves; and to speak and listen in a range of situations. We support children to develop empathy for others and consider how their actions might make their friends feel. We do this by modelling the kind of behaviours we expect of children: politeness, listening, kindness, nurturing and helpfulness. In addition, we use books and circle time activities to explore topics such as ‘emotions’ and ‘making friends’. Children are encouraged to build friendships with other children and adults. Through this they practice and develop skills of taking turns, caring, helping, working together and problem solving. Each week we give children responsibility for feeding the fish, watering the plants, helping at lunch time and other 'tasks' designed to support the development of their self-confidence and self-esteem.

Employer

CHESTNUTS CHILDCARE & TRAINING LTD

Address

22 Strafford Road

Twickenham

TW1 3AE

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Training

Training provider

LEAPING MAN LEARNING LIMITED

Contact

Kauser Parveen

kp@swiftcc.co.uk

020 3921 0493

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)

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