Early Years Apprentice Puddleduck Day Nursery

Are you looking to train in childcare? Friendly, local preschool in Copnor, Portsmouth are looking for a L2 Nursery Apprentice to join their team. You will work and interact directly with children on a day-to-day basis supporting the planning of and delivery of activities.

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Closing date: 07 Jan 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,236.80

    Please note, pay is pro rata as the role is term time only

    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

    Term time only - Monday to Friday Shifts TBC

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    08 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    09 Nov 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000210870

  • 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 Trainer

The training you will be getting

  • NCFE/CACHE L2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner including:
  • Level 1 or 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
    End-Point Assessment (EPA)

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Upon completing your L2 Apprenticeship, you may be offered the opportunity to progress onto the L3 or a full-time position and further training

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care 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. If the desired candidate holds a valid L2 in Childcare or sufficient experience, the L3 Early Years Educator is available on an 18-month basis.

About the employer

Puddleduck Children’s Day Nursery in Portsmouth is located on the edge of College Park on Copnor Road. Our nursery is a warm, friendly, and welcoming home from home for children from 2 years old until they go to school. Our location creates the perfect environment for children to learn, explore and play – indoors and out.

Employer

Puddleduck Day Nursery

Address

285a Copnor Road

Portsmouth

PO3 5EF

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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

+1 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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