NVQ Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship PUDDLEDUCKS & POSH LTD

Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0 - 5. You will be working towards an Advanced Diploma Early Years; your apprenticeship will last for 13-months. This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment & punctuality for you to be successful. You will be partaking in a range of indoor and outdoor activities, plus much more.

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Closing date: 26 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

    Apprentices are required to be flexible to meet the needs of the business, and punctuality is key. Working as part of a team and using own initiative are essential. The average working week will be 30 plus hours, Monday - Friday, shifts TBC.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    27 Jul 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000186454

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Creating fun, engaging and safe environment for the children
  • Teaching within the EYFS requirements
  • Partaking in a range of indoor and outdoor activities
  • Supporting the children with a range of self-care needs such as feeding and personal hygiene
  • Communicating with other team members and parents
  • Working in a childcare setting with children ranging from ages 0-5
    Also, being able to liaise with external customers, parents, and provide a high level of service for the childcare setting

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

Level 3 Advanced Diploma Early Years Educator: 

  • You will be working towards an Advanced Diploma Early Years
  • Your apprenticeship will last for 13 months, where you will be supported by a dedicated assessor throughout your apprenticeship, as well as a mentor and other staff within the nursery
  • This apprenticeship requires dedication, commitment & punctuality for you to be successful
  • This apprenticeship will open doors to a variety of future roles & career paths within the childcare sector
  • Training will take place in the workplace
  • You will need to attend online training with your assessor for 10 days out of your 13-month apprenticeship, for your classroom-based learning and you will be working within the nursery for the rest of the time with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor
  • You will complete a qualification in paediatric first aid

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a full-time 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 current nursery setting

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

You will need to attend online training with your assessor for 10 days out of your 13-month apprenticeship, for your classroom-based learning and you will be working within the nursery for the rest of the time with the support of your dedicated childcare assessor.

About the employer

This nursery is a happy loving nursery and we extend a warm welcome to you and your child. All our staff provide a caring, safe and stimulating environment where each child is respected as an individual and is encouraged to develop to their full potential. we have a passion for family focused childcare which is reflected in the ethos of the nursery where children are at the center of everything we do. We strongly believe in providing a nurturing, caring, home-from-home environment for all children in our care. We want every child to reach their full potential and, most importantly, to have fun while doing so!

Employer

PUDDLEDUCKS & POSH LTD

Address

20 RUGBY ROAD

LEAMINGTON SPA

CV32 6DG

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Training

Training provider

SWIFT ACI

Contact

Lucy Walters

lw@swiftcc.co.uk

07534814890

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)

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