Childcare Level 2 Apprenticeship ARDENT CHILDRENS DAY NURSERY LTD

Elgin Nursery are looking for two Level 2 Childcare apprentices, who are passionate about working with children and supporting them to become independent learners. The role will include being a keyworker, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulating play experiences. Fantastic opportunity and career progression.

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Closing date: 31 Jul 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40 to £21,673.60

    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

    Monday to Friday 08.30 to 17.30pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    14 Aug 2023

  • Date posted

    12 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000152390

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • To help to set up the room(s) for the daily programme and to help tidy away and clean at the end of the session.
  • To be a key personal assistant to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child needs are recognised and met.
  • Work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members.
  • To advise the Manager of any concerns e.g. over children, parents or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary.
  • To assistant with the teaching of children to a high standard, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulating play experiences.
  • To ensure that children are kept safe and that you understand when to follow child protection procedures.
  • To support mealtimes within the setting.

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

Early Years Practitioner Level 2  Plus Internal Training will be provided at the location.  Training is ongoing throughout the apprenticeship.

Functional Skills  (if applicable)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Permanent position.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Desired

About the employer

Elgin Nursery in East Croydon provides a fun, warm and friendly childcare environment for children aged from 3 months to 5 years of age. Our OFSTED registered day nursery and preschool follows the government’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Our curriculum is based on the child’s individual needs, providing them a stimulating and challenging environment which allows them to flourish and grow.

Employer

ARDENT CHILDRENS DAY NURSERY LTD

Address

2 ELGIN ROAD

CROYDON

CR0 6XA

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Training

Training provider

ACADEMY 1 SPORTS LTD

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

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