Childcare Apprenticeship – NVQ Level 3 HOWLEY GRANGE KINDERGARDEN 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 will include gaining your Level 3 Paediatric First Aid. You will play a key role in ensuring that young children learn and develop well and are kept healthy and safe.

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Closing date: 22 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,236.80

    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 as flexible as possible to meet the needs of the business. The average working week will be between 30-40 hours, Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    23 Jun 2023

  • Date posted

    19 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000155682

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The main responsibilities for this job role will include:

  • Supporting the development of the childcare provision
  • Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures that 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?

  • You will gain a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification at the end of the course.
  • All training is completed remotely via teams, your tutor will be there to support you throughout and visit your setting.
  • Online remote training sessions will take place every month or so.
  • You will complete your Level 3 Paediatric First Aid.

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 the current nursery setting.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

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

About the employer

Howley Grange Kindergarten was established in 1992, based next to Howley Grange Primary School, we are independently owned and managed. Come and visit, we’re proud of our very special nursery, it’s a home from home for your child.

Employer

HOWLEY GRANGE KINDERGARDEN LTD

Address

HOWLEY GRANGE ROAD

HALESOWEN

B62 0HS

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Training

Training provider

LEAPING MAN LEARNING LIMITED

Contact

Hannah Agnew

ha@swiftcc.co.uk

01215940248

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)


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