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Childcare Apprenticeship Shining Futures Nursery

Working in a Childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0 - 5. You will be working towards an Advanced Diploma Early Years. Your apprenticeship will last for 13 months. This Apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment and punctuality for you to be successful.

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Closing date: 26 Feb 2023

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

    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 plus hours, Monday - Friday.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    28 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    14 Dec 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000116187

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Creating fun, engaging and safe enviroment for the children
  • Teaching within the EYFS requirment
  • Partaking in a range of indoor and outdoor activities
  • Supporting the children with a range of self care needs such as feeding and personal hygiene
  • Communicating with other team members and parents
  • Working in a Childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0 - 5
  • Also, being able to liaise with external customers, parents, to provide a high level of service for the childcare setting

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

  • You will be working towards an Advanced Diploma Early Years
  • Your apprenticeship will last for 13 months, where you will be supported by a dedicated assessor throughout your apprenticeship, as well as a mentor and other staff 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
  • Training will take place in the workplace
  • 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
  • You will complete a qualification in 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, Customer care skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and 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

• 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.

Employer

Shining Futures Nursery

Address

1 ADA PLACE

LONDON

E2 9BA

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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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