NVQ Level 3 - Childcare Apprenticeship SARAH LOUISE BRIDGEWATER

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 will include gaining your Level 3 Paediatric First Aid. The role will include providing an excellent range of activities for the children, preparing and maintaining the environment and resources for the children and preparing food for breakfast, snack and afternoon tea.

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Closing date: 15 Aug 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,236.80

    From 1 April 2023, the National Minimum Wage for apprentices is £5.28 an hour.

    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. Shifts TBC.

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Aug 2023

  • Date posted

    17 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000145735

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The main responsibilities of this job role will include:

  • Supporting the development of the childcare provision
  • Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures the child learns whilst having fun
  • Assisting the facility in meeting OFSTED requirements
  • Being a team player
  • Providing challenging and stimulating activities for all children appropriately
  • Undertaking first aid training as required
  • Undertaking training as appropriate to meet any changes in standards or appropriate legal requirements as required
  • Ensuring that all health and hygiene requirements are always adhered to  
  • Responsibility for equal opportunity in delivery, access and attitude in aspects of service delivery and management
  • Working with teams across the centre
  • Supporting children’s learning and development, including supporting planning and observations
  • Preparing and maintaining the environment and resources for the children
  • Preparation of food for breakfast, snack and afternoon tea
  • Supporting children’s self-help needs
  • Being creative and enthusiastic
  • Following safeguarding rules
  • Working within confidentiality guidelines

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 complete a first aid qualification in line with the requirements of the EYFS framework during the apprenticeship

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Developing into a level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a permanent 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

Team working, Creative, Initiative

Qualifications

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

About the employer

At Stratford Childcare Hub, we’re proud to provide a caring and safe environment for your children. By following our mission, vision and values, we create a nurturing, stimulating and welcoming learning environment for all children. We provide our children with the space to prepare for the day ahead, to have a healthy filling breakfast with friends, to play, to finish homework, join a yoga session or create a fabulous piece of art to start their day on a positive.

Employer

SARAH LOUISE BRIDGEWATER

Address

8 Mansell Street

Stratford-Upon-Avon

CV37 6NR

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Training

Training provider

LEAPING MAN LEARNING LIMITED

Contact

Emma Ellis

ee@swiftcc.co.uk

0121 594 0459

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)


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