Nursery Apprentice Level 2 - Stoneygate Grandir

Little Acorns in Stoneygate, part of Grandir UK, is currently looking for a Nursery Apprentice to help provide high-quality childcare whilst working toward a recognised qualification. We offer a benefits portal, discounted childcare and a host of wellbeing benefits.

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Closing date: 29 Sep 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    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

    Open Monday - Friday, shift times and days to be confirmed

    Total hours per week: 40.00

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    02 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    16 Aug 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000191696

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

At Little Acorns our mission is to inspire children to grow happy, smart, and healthy and thrive as individuals. Excellent quality childcare and education is evident when the children and family are truly placed at the centre of all we do and as a well-known and sought-after employer within the childcare sector, we recognise it is our people that provide exceptional education and care with every child and family at the centre of all they do.

As a Nursery Apprentice you will be expected to provide the highest level of care and education for children attending the nursery. Whilst you are gaining hands on experience in a high quality childcare setting you will be working towards recognised childcare qualifications.

What will you be doing:

•Ensuring that the children’s individual needs are identified and met
•Supervising and supporting the children at all times
•Carrying out a wide range of interactive tasks including reading stories, helping at mealtimes, and playing games

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

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. Little Acorn's Nursery will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day. You will be working towards the Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:

  • Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
  • Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Qualification
  • Functional skills in Maths and English if required

This will be delivered through Little Acorns Nursery’s dedicated training provider, Realise. Realise is an established training provider that’s enjoying an exciting period of growth following a management buyout and rebrand in late 2020. We’ve invested heavily in our people and culture, and we want to grow our teams by finding people who share our passion and enthusiasm for creating a better future.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

We hope to offer continued development and progression for the right candidate.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade 4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent english (Grade 4) Desired

Things to consider

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

About the employer

Little Acorns is day nursery and preschool in Stoneygate, Leicester. We are conveniently situated off London road, near the Co-op. Offering a central, yet spacious environment with a large on-site car park and extensive play and learning facilities, both indoors and out.

Employer

Grandir

Address

382 London Road Stoneygate

Leicester

LE2 2PN

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Training

Training provider

REALISE LEARNING AND EMPLOYMENT LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply, you must register with GetMyFirstJob and then follow the instructions to complete your application.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 29 Sep 2023