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.
Closing date: 01 Sep 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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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).
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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
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Expected duration
12 Months
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Possible start date
07 Sep 2023
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Date posted
19 Apr 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000155701
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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
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4-9) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
PUFFINS OF EXETER LTD
Address
13 MONT LE GRAND
EXETER
EX1 2PD
Training
Training provider
SOUTH WEST ASSOCIATION OF TRAINING PROVIDERS LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard
Early years practitioner
Level 2 (GCSE)
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