Apprentice Nursery Nurse NIGHTINGALE NURSERIES LTD

As an Apprentice Nursery Assistant, you will ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children placed in the nursery. You will also give support to other personnel within the nursery and implement the daily routine in the base room.

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Closing date: 31 Mar 2023

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, between 7.30am - 6.00pm on a shift basis.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    03 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    06 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000114643

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Helping to set up activities
  • Supporting children to engage in activities and participate with others
  • Supporting children at mealtimes and assisting with eating and drinking
  • Getting involved in creative and messy play with the children
  • Helping children to sing, read, count and join in with imaginative play
  • Ensuring the children are safe and supervised at all times
  • Helping to plan activities and games
  • Tidying away after an activity is finished
  • Any other duties requested by the manager

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

Early Years Practitioner Level 2, delivered via monthly Tutor led workshops (a combination of face to face and live, virtual 3 - 2 sessions) self-led study and blending learning and development activities, all, within the workplace.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

As with any apprenticeship opportunity - if you prove yourself to be a valuable member of the team there is a strong chance of a permanent post within the business.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Creative, Positive attitude

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C/4) Desired

Things to consider

Your application via The Government Apprenticeship website, is the 1st stage of CT Skills’ (Training Provider) Apprenticeship Application Process. If shortlisted, we will require you to send your latest cv and undergo a screening call with our Recruitment Team.

About the employer

Nightingale Nurseries Ltd is a small family- run business. We have two settings, one in Sawley, Long Eaton which has been established since 1997, and a new one in Castle Donington. The business is well established in their area and currently provides care to a number of children from a variety of areas and backgrounds, in fun and nurturing surroundings. You'll be joining an existing team of between 10-15, and will report to Nursery Manager and Room Leaders.

Employer

NIGHTINGALE NURSERIES LTD

Address

Park Lane

Park Lane, Castle Donington

Derby

DE74 2RS

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Training

Training provider

CT SKILLS LIMITED

Contact

Poppy

poppy.tolson@ctskills.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

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