Level 2 Early years/Nursery practitioner apprentice NEW LONGTON VILLAGE PLAYGROUP

We are a small charity nursery in New Longton and have been here 57 years. Our beautiful rural surroundings provide us with excellent situation for our nursery. The role includes caring for the children, reading, playing and inspiring young minds and helping room leaders with activities and lunchtime and snack time routines.

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Closing date: 27 Oct 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

    Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm.

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    30 Aug 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000195054

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

To liase with room leaders, duty of care of all our children, ability to use own initiative whilst following nursery policies and procedures.

Duties to include:

  • Caring for the children
  • Reading, playing and inspiring young minds
  • Helping room leaders with activities and lunchtime and snack time routines
  • Contributing to everyone enjoying their time at nursery

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

  • Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
  • This apprenticeship is completed within the workplace
  • You will be assessed through written work, verbal discussion and observation throughout your training
  • You will be given time by your employer to complete portfolio work, attend training, workplace shadowing and any other opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Progression to further qualifications in childcare

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Ability to interact with child, willing to learn, Enjoy a challenge, Calm and motivated, Nurturing

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Any (Grade A*-D/ 9-3) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Any (Grade A*-D/ 9-3) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A*-D/ 9-3) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A*-D/ 9-3) Essential

Things to consider

In order to progress your application, we will require you to complete additional paperwork and complete a BKSB assessment. The information will be sent via email if you meet the entry requirements set by the employer and linked training provider for the vacancy. Please check your junk mail whilst the vacancy is open. Until we receive the above, we are unable to progress your application so please monitor your emails. For more information on the NMW, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates

About the employer

We are a small charity nursery, based in New Longton and have been here 57 years. Our beautiful rural surroundings provide us with excellent situation for our Nursery.

Employer

NEW LONGTON VILLAGE PLAYGROUP

Address

NEW LONGTON VILLAGE HALL

BOUNDARY CLOSE

NEW LONGTON

PR4 4BD

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Training

Training provider

RUNSHAW COLLEGE

Contact

Charlotte Ward

ward.c@runshaw.ac.uk

01772 643007

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

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