Childcare Apprenticeship – NVQ Level 3 Robin's Nest

This apprenticeship is a great next step from completing your Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification. It's ideal for someone with knowledge and experience within a nursery setting and someone passionate in childcare and early years looking to further their career.

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Closing date: 14 Jan 2024

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 as flexible as possible to meet the needs of the business. The average working week will be between 30-40 hours, Monday to Friday. Shifts TBC

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    15 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    21 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000200088

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

·         Providing an excellent range of activities that ensures that the child learns whilst having fun.

·         Providing challenging and stimulating activities for all children appropriately.

·         Supporting children’s learning and development, including supporting planning and observations.

·         Preparing and maintaining the environment and resources for the children.

·         Preparation of food for breakfast, snack and afternoon tea.

·         Supporting children’s self-help needs.

·         Being creative and enthusiastic.

·         Following safeguarding rules Undertaking First Aid training as required.

·         Undertaking training as appropriate to meet any changes in standards or appropriate legal requirements as required.

·         Ensuring that all Health and Hygiene requirements are always adhered to.  

The training you will be getting

·         You will gain an NVQ Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification at the end of the course.

·         All training is completed remotely via teams, your tutor will be there to support you throughout and visit your setting.

·         Online remote training sessions will take place every month or so.

·         You will complete your Level 3 Paediatric First Aid

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

After completion, you will develop into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a permanent position upon successful completion. There is also the potential to go into other childcare orientated roles e.g., social work

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4 or Above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4 or Above) Essential
NVQ or SVQ Level 2 or equivalent Childcare (Grade Pass or Above) Desired

About the employer

At Robin’s Nest nursery we believe in providing all children with the best start to their early years journey. We promise to provide exciting and enticing opportunities to learn, we promise to evoke awe & wonder into every child within our care. Our warm and nurturing staff will ensure your children receive a home from home experience rich in engaging opportunities.

Employer

Robin's Nest

Address

New Street

Rushall

Walsall

WS4 1NW

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Training

Training provider

LEAPING MAN LEARNING LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Hannah Agnew

ha@swiftcc.co.uk

01215940248

Apprenticeship standard

Early years educator

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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