Early Years Workforce Apprentice PUFFINS OF EXETER LTD

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated apprentices to join our early years' workers in one of our nurseries based in Exeter. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate. You will work and interact directly with children on a day to day basis supporting the planning of and delivery of activities.

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Closing date: 01 Sep 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

    Between the hours of 7.30am and 6.00pm, Monday to Friday, exact times will be discussed at interview

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    07 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    19 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000155701

  • Positions

    15 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Successful applicants will work at one of our nurseries for 3 days a week and attend our Training Centre for one day a week. Apprentices would be supported with their on the job training by a mentor and would have a job manual to support this. Apprentices would be assigned a Tutor and Assessor for their off the job training. Apprentices would also be able to gain IAG from our dedicated Learning Support team.

Duties include:

  • Support staff in providing activities and care which are developmentally appropriate for children from a range of social, economic and cultural backgrounds, so they are able to develop and grow, in particular those with special educational needs and English as an additional language
  • Assist children with personal care, including help with toileting, feeding and food service and other similar duties
  • Ensure the environment is welcoming, comfortable, well-organised and uncluttered
  • To work as part of a team ensuring on-going cleanliness of the setting
  • Welcome visitors to the setting

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

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard.

Apprentices would be supported with their on the job training by a mentor and would have a job manual to support this. Apprentices would be assigned a Tutor and Assessor for their off the job training. Apprentices would also be able to gain IAG from our dedicated Learning Support Team.

Training includes:

  • Early Years Practitioner Qualification L2
  • Paediatric First Aid certificate
  • Food Hygiene
  • Health and Safety
  • Equality and Diversity
  • Prevent
  • Safeguarding
  • Functional skills if required

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Opportunity to apply for the Advanced Apprenticeship.
 
 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Patience, Motivation, Enthusiasm

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4-9) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4-9) Desired

Things to consider

There will be various start dates throughout the coming months, also Puffins will be holding recruitment events for applicants to attend.

About the employer

Puffins of Exeter have several nurseries across Exeter and an after-school club.

Employer

PUFFINS OF EXETER LTD

Address

13 MONT LE GRAND

EXETER

EX1 2PD

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Training

Training provider

SOUTH WEST ASSOCIATION OF TRAINING PROVIDERS LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

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