Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship SCHOOLHOUSE DAYCARE
School House, Guilsborough are keen to recruit a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprentice with an immediate start. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well established nursery that is OFSTED rated GOOD, and are supportive to their apprentices in developing the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to progress in an Early Years setting.
Closing date: 30 Nov 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£8,785.92
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Monday - Friday, 4 days per week. Times to be confirmed.
Total hours per week: 32.0
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Expected duration
13 Months
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Possible start date
01 Dec 2023
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Date posted
23 Oct 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000207296
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
- Work in partnership with other colleagues, parents, and/or carers or other professionals to meet the individual needs of each child in line with company policies and procedures
- Use play to support children to understand and encourage healthy life choices
- Identify issues of safeguarding and child protection, ensuring that the welfare and safety of children is promoted and safeguarded, and report any child protection concerns to the person in charge
- Carry out self-reflection and use continuous professional development opportunities to improve practice
- Undertake specific tasks related to the safety and hygiene of the children and the cleanliness of the setting
- Use their knowledge of child development to work with parents and carers to improve children outcomes and wellbeing, including those with disabilities and additional needs
- Contribute to the planning and organisation of activities and children's individual experiences, which will support and extend the children’s learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Communicate and engage with children to support their learning and development
- Support the collection of accurate and up-to-date records which identify children’s individual needs, abilities and progress and use these as a basis for future planning
- Support the wellbeing of all children including those with additional needs and disabilities
The training you will be getting
- Apprentices complete the BTEC Level 2 Diploma for Early Years Practitioners, delivered as work based learning by an appointed Skills Coach who works with the Apprentice and the employer to plan and review work to be completed towards the qualification
- Apprentices get 6 off-the-job hours in which to complete work required, within their working week
- There is an additional opportunity to complete maths and English qualifications up to Level 2 via online sessions
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
Successful candidates may be considered for progression vacancies on completion of this apprenticeship with this nursery, as available.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4 or above) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
SCHOOLHOUSE DAYCARE
Address
1 Old House Cottage
The Green, Guilsborough
Northampton
NN6 8PT
Training
Training provider
JUNIPER TRAINING 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
Dawn Greenwood
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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