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Apprentice Nursery Nurse - Hixon KIDS PLANET DAY NURSERIES LIMITED

You will be working in the setting dealing with a variety of children, from babies and toddlers to 5-year-olds. You will be trained to a high standard in all duties needed of you, involving keeping the children safe and enhancing their learning/play. You will be supported throughout your training and be treated as a valuable team member.

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Closing date: 28 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    Pay may also be tailored to age and experience, but would always meet the minimum requirements.

    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 to Friday - shift patterns throughout the day (TBC).

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    06 Mar 2023

  • Date posted

    25 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000126197

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • You will be working in the setting dealing with a variety of children, from babies and toddlers to 5-year-olds
  • Ensuring safety of children at all times
  • Supporting development through play
  • Preparation of snacks and feeding children
  • Keeping the nursery clean
  • The role will include working as part of a team
  • Learning how to plan and resource children's activities
  • Understanding and implementing the EYFS, observing and recording children's achievements
  • Any other duties required by the team

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

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:

  • Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
  • End-Point Assessment (EPA)
  • Apprenticeship standard
  • Early years practitioner
  • English and maths qualifications form a mandatory part of all apprenticeships and must be completed before an apprentice can pass through gateway

Training will take place at the nursery over the days you work there but may include some delivery at one of our training centres within certain nurseries, travel will be arranged if required.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Kids Planet Day Nurseries are a growing nursery group with excellent opportunities for progression on completion of the apprenticeship.

We are always looking for enthusiastic and passionate people to join The Kids Planet Group. We pride ourselves on valuing our employees and recognising hard work as well as progression, training, and support throughout your career within The Kids Planet Group.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Team working, Creative, Non judgemental

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 1- 9/A*-G) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 1 - 9/A*-G) Desired

About the employer

Kids Planet Day Nurseries are a growing nursery group with excellent opportunities for progression on completion of the apprenticeship. We are always looking for enthusiastic and passionate people to join The Kids Planet Group. We pride ourselves on valuing our employees and recognising hard work as well as progression, training and support throughout your career within The nursery will offer fully supported training with excellent opportunities on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer

KIDS PLANET DAY NURSERIES LIMITED

Address

Kids Planet Hixon

Egg Lane,

Hixon

ST18 0PR

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Training

Training provider

KIDS PLANET DAY NURSERIES LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

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