Childcare Apprenticeship – Level 3 COLOURBOX CHILDCARE NURSERY 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 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: 17 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,236.80

  • 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 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    26 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000125908

  • 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. 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  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, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

Your apprenticeship will last for 13 months. You will be supported by an assessor throughout your apprenticeship to meet the criteria to pass the Apprenticeship, as well as a mentor within the nursery. Training will take place in the workplace 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

An independent provider of high-quality care and education to children from six months to five years old. It is their aim to support each child to reach their full potential, taking into account the children’s interest and using the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework to offer rich, stimulating and challenging activities in a stimulating environment. They are committed to delivering first-hand experiences through play and appropriate learning opportunities in an environment that is inviting, stimulating and safe. Our team of experienced, dedicated and long-standing childcare professionals provide our children with a range of age appropriate play experiences in different learning and play areas indoors and outdoors. The team of practitioners are qualified from childcare Level 2 and 3 and the Nursery Manager is a qualified Early Years Professional with a wealth of experience behind her. She has been providing outstanding care and education to children for over 15 years

Employer

COLOURBOX CHILDCARE NURSERY LTD

Address

385 IVYDALE ROAD

LONDON

SE15 3ED

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Training

Training provider

LEAPING MAN LEARNING LIMITED

Contact

Kirsty Mcdougall

kmc@swiftcc.co.uk

020 3137 1470

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)

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