Early Years Apprentice BROOK PRE-SCHOOL

Are you looking to train in Early Years Childcare? Friendly, local preschool in Southampton is looking for a Level 2 Nursery Apprentice to join their team. As a Preschool Apprentice, you will contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children including personal care, safeguarding and helping children develop against the EYFS. Duties will include; Creating warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally Under supervision you will provide all aspects of care for children including washing, changing and feeding Acting as key worker to a small group of children and recording observations and planning for them

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Closing date: 03 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,345.95

    The wage is set pro rata as the role is for 42 weeks a year (term time only)

  • Working week

    36.25 hours per week- Monday to Friday- Shifts to be confirmed- Term time only (42 weeks a year)

    Total hours per week: 36.25

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Dec 2023

  • Date posted

    09 Oct 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000204204

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

As a Nursery Apprentice, you will contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children.

This includes:

  • Creating warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally
  • Under supervision you will provide all aspects of care for children including washing, changing and feeding
  • Acting as key worker to a small group of children and recording observations and planning for them
  • Assisting with meeting the personal and emotional needs of individual children
  • Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
  • Being aware of the nurseries policies and procedures and ensure they are adhered to
  • Completing all work to desired timescales as set by Showcase Tutor

The training you will be getting

NCFE/CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner.

  • Functional Skills: English and maths at level 1 minimum (unless exempt)
  • End Point Assessment

Training completed via work-based visits at the nursery and 6 hours Off the Job training provided including 3.5 to 4 hour study time provided for coursework.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Upon completing your apprenticeship, you may be offered the opportunity to progress to L3 or offered a full-time position and further training.


Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4 or C and above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4 or C and above) Desired

Things to consider

Please check that you can travel to this employer on a daily basis before applying.

About the employer

At Brook Early Years we aim to help ALL children be the best they can be. Life is a journey; the experiences children receive at Brook will help give them the courage and strength to cross new bridges.

Employer

BROOK PRE-SCHOOL

Address

BEECHWOOD JUNIOR SCHOOL

JUNIPER RD

SOUTHAMPTON

SO18 4EG

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Training

Training provider

SHOWCASE TRAINING LTD

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

James Sproat

james.sproat@showcasetraining.co.uk

07715658042

Apprenticeship standard

Early years practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

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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