Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Tom Thumb 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 & punctuality for you to be successful

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Closing date: 30 Mar 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 own initiative are essential. The average working week will be between 30 plus hours, Monday - Friday, shifts TBC.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    31 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000127806

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Creating fun, engaging and safe enviroment for the children
  • Teaching within the EYFS requirement
  • Partaking in a range of indoor and outdoor activities
  • Supporting the children with a range of self care needs such as feeding and personal hygine.
  • 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 & punctuality for you to be successful.
  • This Apprenticeship will open doors to a variety of future roles & 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

Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving 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

Established in 1983, Tom Thumb nursery is purpose built on one level with outdoor play facilities. There are 3 playrooms and the layout permits constant supervision of all the children. We believe children are individuals. We talk to the children and listen to them, making them feel important and that what they say is interesting. We offer a warm caring and secure environment within which children are able to explore, learn and develop at their own pace. We ensure that the individual needs of the children are met, effectively promoting their physical, social, emotional and intellectual development. Here at Tom Thumb the staff are approachable and friendly, but most of all committed to the well being of each child. The children are paramount at all times. Tom Thumb nursery is well known for its child friendly environment. We have an experienced and stable staff team, which provides consistency for the children together with good quality day care.

Employer

Tom Thumb Nursery

Address

1 BEULAH ROAD

WALTHAMSTOW

LONDON

E17 9LG

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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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