Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship at Toybox Pre-School, Castle Cary THE TOYBOX PRE-SCHOOL

We are looking for a new apprentice to join our team, to work alongside qualified staff and give the best start in life to our nursery children. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate. You will be assisting with the planning of the curriculum as well as other duties. Gaining your level 3 Early years educator Level 3 (A level).

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Closing date: 14 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,923.20

  • Working week

    9.00am till 4.00pm 5 days per week. Days TBA.

    Total hours per week: 32.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    26 Jun 2023

  • Date posted

    02 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000159741

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Our new apprentice will be involved with a variety of duties, some of which will include:

  • Assisting with the planning of the curriculum
  • Helping to set up the room for the daily programme and
    to help tidy at the end of the session
  • Ensuring that the setting is clean and hygienic
  • Acting as a keyworker to a small group of children, liaising
    closely with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met
  • Plan next steps and assist in the development of key children.
  • Report and track areas of concern with the manager and the SENCO
  • To advise the Nursery Manager of any concerns e.g. over
    children, parents or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary
  • To guide children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulation
  • To attend staff meetings and staff training
  • To attend parents' evenings

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

  • Early years educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
  • Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator qualification
  • Functional Skills in English and maths if required
  • Paediatric First Aid
  • End Point Assessment: Knowledge Test and Professional Discussion

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Progression to full-time role for the right candidate

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and maths (Grade A*-C/9-4) Desired

Things to consider

Successful candidates will be subject to a DBS check. Please consider how you will travel to the place of work, particularly if you rely on public transport.

About the employer

Toy Box Pre-school has offered term time day care for 2 to 5 year olds for over 20 years. We are based in the Swainson Building next to Ansford Academy, Castle Cary in Somerset. We are open Monday – Friday. All of our staff are appropriately qualified, dedicated, caring and hold a wealth of experience between them.

Employer

THE TOYBOX PRE-SCHOOL

Address

SWAINSON BUILDING

ANSFORD PARK

CASTLE CARY

BA7 7JJ

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Training

Training provider

SOMERSET SKILLS & LEARNING CIC

Contact

Philippa Bancroft

pbancroft@sslcic.co.uk

07917 923622

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)

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