Childcare Apprenticeship – NVQ Level 2 LILLIPUT LODGE CHILDRENS DAY NURSERY LTD

A chance to gain valuable skills while working in a nursery setting as well as learn about Childcare related topics in a classroom setting. This is ideal for someone who is passionate about a career in childcare. You will learn about Safeguarding, the EYFS, First Aid to name a few things.

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Closing date: 12 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,609.60

  • 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

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    13 Jun 2023

  • Date posted

    10 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000142090

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Preparing and maintaining the environment and resources for the children.
  • Preparation of food for breakfast, snack and afternoon tea.
  • Being creative and enthusiastic and creating activities that are stimulating and challenging.
  • Supporting children’s learning and development, including supporting planning and observations.

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

  • You will be supported by an assessor throughout your apprenticeship. As you progress through your apprenticeship your duties and responsibilities will alter as you develop the skills for a successful career in childcare.
  • Your classroom days will be based in central Birmingham taking place once a week for the first 13 weeks.
  • You will gain an NVQ Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification with options of progression afterwards.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

During the Intermediate Apprenticeship in childcare, you will have access to excellent training and development opportunities within the role, with the potential to progress on the Advanced Diploma, Level 3 Apprenticeship Early Years Educator.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

You will need to attend our Training Academy in Birmingham City Centre for 18 days out of your whole apprenticeship, for your classroom-based learning and will be working within the nursery for the rest of the time with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor.

About the employer

As its name implies Lilliput Lodge is and attractive lodge purposefully designed for little people!

Employer

LILLIPUT LODGE CHILDRENS DAY NURSERY LTD

Address

THIMBLEMILL RECREATION SITE

THIMBLEMILL ROAD

SMETHWICK

B67 6NR

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Training

Training provider

LEAPING MAN LEARNING LIMITED

Contact

Amy Langwith

al@swiftcc.co.uk

01215940453

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

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