Pre-school & Nursery Practitioner Early Years Educator Apprenticeship STEADY STEPS PRE-SCHOOL LTD

Are you looking to train in childcare? Friendly, local nursery in Central Gosport are looking for a Level 3 Early Years Apprentice to join their team. As a Pre School Practitioner, you will contribute to a high quality caring environment for children.

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Closing date: 11 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,236.80

    Pay may increase depending on experience and prior qualifications

    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 to Friday 9:00am to 3:30pm with 30 minute lunch

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    12 Dec 2023

  • Date posted

    21 Nov 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000213602

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • To assist with the planning of the curriculum
  • To help set up the playroom/s for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session, ensuring that all toys and equipment are clean and safe at all times
  • To liaise closely with parents/carers and ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met
  • To advise the pre-school leader of any concerns e.g. over children, safeguarding, parents/carers or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary
  • To be aware of any special needs a child may have and to familiarise oneself with relevant play and learning plans
  • To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulation
  • To attend staff meetings if required to do so
  • To attend in-service training courses and meetings as required
  • To keep completely confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff which is acquired as part of the job
  • To keep up-to-date with current good practice
  • To undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Pre-school leader, in accordance with the pre-school business plan/objectives

The training you will be getting

Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a full time position upon successful completion. Other prospects could include applying for:

  • Room Leader Positions
  • Springboard into Primary Education
  • Continuous development in current nursery setting

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Developing into a Level 3 practitioner, with the potential of a full time position upon successful completion. Other prospects could include applying for:

  • Room Leader Positions
  • Possible Management training
  • Springboard into Primary Education
  • Continuous development in current nursery setting

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential
NVQ or SVQ Level 2 or equivalent Early Years Level 2 qualification (Grade Pass) Desired

Things to consider

This role will require you to be active and able to handle young children.

About the employer

Our purpose built Setting is situated in the grounds of Rowner Infant and Junior Schools. Our team of highly qualified and experienced staff provide quality care and early years education for children aged 18 months-5 years.

Employer

STEADY STEPS PRE-SCHOOL LTD

Address

COPSE LANE

GOSPORT

PO13 0DH

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Training

Training provider

SOUTH HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE GROUP

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 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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