Early Years Level 2 Apprenticeship - Circle of Friends Day Nursery CIRCLE OF FRIENDS DAY NURSERY LLP

Circle of friends are looking for an apprentice to join their friendly established team. Located in the Longford Area, in a refurbished two storey old school house. They have a very large outdoor play area, vegetable plot, sand and mud pit, pet corner with chickens and an extensive outdoor curriculum. Duties include caring for children 0-5.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 13 Dec 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 hours to be determined

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    20 Dec 2023

  • Date posted

    15 Nov 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000212416

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

As an apprentice you will be a key member of the nursery team, your duties activities may include:

Planning and delivering fun and educational activities with the children

Play alongside and with children to support their play

Contribute to children’s records through observation

Assist with the supervision of children at rest times and at mealtimes

Contribute in creating a safe, happy environment for the children

Ensure the play area is clean and tidy at all times

Working alongside/with outside agencies in supporting the children

Qualities

Friendly and approachable

Patient, and caring

The ability to interact positively with children and adults

Flexible and willing to carry out a number of different activities within the job role

Reliable

Trustworthy

Motivated

Good time keeping

This position would suit a candidate with a bubbly, outgoing personality who is able to work on their own initiative and is prepared to commit to the work required for an apprenticeship.

The training you will be getting

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Diploma
Level 1 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
On the job training

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Progression to a higher level qualification or full time employment may be available after completion of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Team working, Creative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4-9) Desired
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4-9) Desired

Things to consider

If you are using public transport to get to this employer, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available.

About the employer

Circle of Friends Nursery is located in the Longford Area, in a refurbished two storey old school house. They have a very large and secure outdoor play area, with sun protection sails,a vegetable plot, sand and mud pit, pet corner with chickens and  mini forest, play house and an extensive outdoor curriculum. The setting have a well established team of staff who are experienced and highly qualified as nursery nurses.  They have an in house chef to prepare the children's food and provide a varied healthy diet. The lunch menu will change daily and will run for a month, early years children will be encouraged to choose their fruit snack at break times. The nursery have the CHEYSA - Coventry Healthy Early Years Setting Award.

Employer

CIRCLE OF FRIENDS DAY NURSERY LLP

Address

Lady Lane

Coventry

CV6 6AZ

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Training

Training provider

ASPIRATION 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

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

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 13 Dec 2023